
Love and Faith – Chica Xavier
Synopsis
Chica Xavier’s life was shaped by love, axé, the performing arts, and education. Directed by her youngest son, this documentary offers an intimate portrait of the great Bahian actress, a daughter of Oyá whose life transformed countless others, both on and off screen, leaving behind a legacy of love.
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