Cony, intimate Portrait (2026)
Overview
This documentary commemorates the centenary in 2026 of celebrated Brazilian writer and journalist Carlos Heitor Cony. Guided by his widow, Beatriz Lajta, after 40 years together, the film reveals the man behind the public figure. Featuring previously unseen home footage of their travels, friends, and shared passions—including piano, painting, and books—as well as readings narrated by Pedro Bial and interviews with Cony’s daughter and granddaughter, the documentary offers a mature, female perspective on a fascinating life, capturing his profound humanity and capacity for affection.
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