“…For the first time, these new governments are forging an alliance and their unity of purpose is not superficial: they intend to change the course of history and, by joining together, challenge North American hegemony in the region. …”

“…Verzio FF submission Cartola—The Samba Legend, about one of the most important composers of Brazilian music, is a history of samba and its relation to capoeira (a Brazilian martial art/dance), the Olympia bar scene in Rio de Janeiro, the favelas, and the formation of the famous Samba Schools. …”

“…These performers not only rehearse, but also study English, Portuguese, dance history, pedagogy, percussion, singing, and origami. …”