Afronta! Facing It! (2017) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Afronta! Facing It! online in HD.
Afronta! Facing It! — Storyline
This docuseries spotlights Afro-Brazilian thinkers sharing their individual journeys and discussing representation, entrepreneurship and community.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Juliana Vicente
Afronta! Facing It! — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2017-11-20 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 26 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Rating | 2/10 (1 votes) |
Afronta! Facing It! — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Loo Nascimento (2017-11-20) — Designer, model and blogger Loo Nascimento talks about her life and work, and the value of self-understanding as a member of the African diaspora.
- E2: Ingrid Silva (2017-11-27) — Ingrid Silva, a dancer with the Dance Theatre of Harlem, discusses the differences between Brazil and the U.S. in the fight against racism.
- E3: Rincon Sapiência (2017-12-04) — Rap artist Rincon Sapiência discusses his passion for Black culture including capoeira, reggae, and African religion, and it influences his music.
- E4: Batekoo (2017-12-11) — The Batekoo organizers talk about a movement that centers marginalized and urban culture, collective strengthening, music, dance, and the Black body.
- E5: Gabriel Martins (2017-12-18) — Filmmaker Gabriel Martins, whose films have appeared at more than 50 festivals worldwide, talks about the importance of Black characters.
- E6: Benjamin Abras (2017-12-25) — Benjamim Abras, a multifaceted artist, talks about awareness through art and the role of Black culture from the perspective of contemporary art.
- E7: Daniele DaMata (2018-01-01) — Makeup artist and entrepreneur Dani DaMata believes that her work is part of an expanding network. Discover how makeup can empower Black women.
- E8: Tasha & Tracie Okereke (2018-01-08) — Tracie and Tasha, twin DJs and producers, talk about how their interest in fashion led to a blog that explores research on Black culture.
- E9: Mariana de Matos (2018-01-15) — Mariana de Matos believes she became a poet because her feelings were not repressed as a child; now she uses her art to reveal colonial perspectives.
- E10: André Novais (2018-01-22) — Filmmaker André Novais was nominated for two prizes in Cannes. Operating on the periphery, he uses friends and family as actors in his films.
- E11: Mahal Pita (2018-01-29) — Mahal Pita is a music producer and designer. Learn about his career and how he sees himself as an instrument, a frontier, and a bridge between worlds.
- E12: Grace Passô (2018-02-05) — Actress and director Grace Passô knows her theater resists conventional narratives; she creates her own texts that represent herself and her friends.
- E13: Thamyra Thâmara (2018-02-12) — Thamyra Thâmara is a journalist, photographer and cultural creator. She depicts creative solutions to problems created by the state's failures.
- E14: Xenia França (2018-02-19) — Xenia França found a form of expression in music that she had never expected. She gathers stories about ancestry and Black women's identity.
- E15: Criola (2018-02-26) — Criola is a graffiti artist and fashion school graduate. She tells how valuable rap and hip-hop were in her studies and how graffiti became an escape.
- E16: Dani Ornellas (2018-03-05) — Dani Ornellas is a film, theater, and TV actress. See how her choice of characters and her work has transformed her views on the issues of race.
- E17: Anelis Assumpção (2018-03-12) — Anelis Assumpção is a singer-songwriter. She talks about her musical journey and the importance of preserving the historical legacy of Black culture.
- E18: Magá Moura (2018-03-19) — Magá Moura, YouTuber and blogger, talks about becoming a fashion icon and the importance of Black representation in predominantly white spaces.
- E19: Tássia Reis (2018-03-26) — Singer and composer Tássia Reis believes that people identify with what she has to say and that there is a demand for Black artists in Brazil.
- E20: Liniker (2018-04-02) — Singer and composer Liniker traces her musical journey, exploring the places that enabled her to be an artist and learn how to express herself.
- E21: Yasmin Thayná (2018-04-09) — Researcher and filmmaker Yasmin Thayná talks about how her work reconnected her with her ancestry and addresses the political situation of Black women.
- E22: Raquel Virgínia (2018-04-16) — Raquel Virginia, a singer-songwriter, talks about being a Black trans woman, the importance of being part of a movement, and how this affects her life.
- E23: Juliana Luna (2018-04-23) — Artist and cultural ambassador Juliana Luna sees self-care as a form of militant resistance, allowing one to take care of oneself and the world.
- E24: Erica Malunguinho (2018-04-30) — Erica Malunguinho tells us about her journey and how she founded "Aparelha Luzia," a meeting place and cultural space developed for Black creators.
- E25: Diane Lima (2018-05-07) — Curator Diane Lima researches a project about the work of Black artists, revealing a connection between ancestry and the subjectivity of bodies.
- E26: Karol Conká (2018-05-14) — Rapper and presenter Karol Conká has become known for the expression "Tombamento," which symbolized an entire Black generation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Afronta! Facing It! have? 1 season(s) with 26 episodes.
Who created Afronta! Facing It!? Juliana Vicente.
Where can I watch Afronta! Facing It!? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
