Viriato Corrêa
Writing
Biography
Manuel Viriato Correia Baima do Lago Filho, or simply Viriato Correia (Pirapemas, January 23, 1884 - Rio de Janeiro, April 10, 1967) was a Brazilian journalist, writer, playwright, theatergoer and politician. Correia completed a law course in Rio de Janeiro in 1907, but he worked little as a lawyer. Viriato excelled in literature, journalism and political career. Through Medeiros e Albuquerque, he got a job at Gazeta de Notícias. He contributed, over the years, to several newspapers, such as Jornal do Brasil, Correio da Manhã, as well as magazines such as A Noite Ilustrada and O Tico-Tico. He was also the founder of two newspapers, Fafazinho and A Rua. Viriato Correia was a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, being the third occupant of chair 32. (Wikipedia)
Known For
Madalena hopes Pedro will fulfill the promise he made 28 years ago, while political rivalry separates the two families. The arrival of the circus reveals secrets and stirs up the town.
À Sombra dos Laranjais
A lawyer and an elderly professor (who has been engaged to his cousin for so long), make a plan to freely enjoy the delights of a wild party, far from those who know them. (Cinemateca Brasileira)