In December 1997, in Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais composer Milton Nascimento brought together friends and career partners for the special "A Sede do Peixe" (The Thirst of the Fish). Featuring Caetano Veloso, Alcione, Skank, Nana Caymmi, and Gilberto Gil, the film is a cultural treasure, portraying unforgettable, often lighthearted moments in the career of one of the greatest icons of Brazilian Popular Music.
Acting
Milton's shy, magnetic presence—legendary humility from a towering figure.
Cinematography
Rio golden hour glow on weathered musical hands.
Sound
Raw live vocals, no studio tricks—pure Minas Gerais magic.
Director
Lula Buarque de Hollanda
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) was fighting for relevance against international pop; this concert became a defiant statement of national pride.
The title references Milton's 1973 album 'Milagre dos Peixes'—the fish metaphor connects his spiritual journey to this 1997 homecoming. Fernando Brant, co-writer of that album, appears visibly emotional throughout.
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