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Movies like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil (1989)

The best movies like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil (1989) are To Kill a Tiger (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King (2020). If Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil hooked you with its documentary, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. To Kill a Tiger (2023)

    Ranjit, a farmer in India, takes on the fight of his life when he demands justice for his 13-year-old daughter, the victim of a brutal gang rape. His decision to support his daughter is virtually unheard of, and his journey unprecedented.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019)

    Film adaptation of French economist Thomas Piketty's ground-breaking global bestseller of the same name: an eye-opening journey through wealth and power.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King (2020)

    A tribute to Chadwick Boseman, celebrating his life and legacy.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  4. Ex Libris: The New York Public Library (2017)

    A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. The Curse of the Dragon (1993)

    A 1993 documentary film about Bruce Lee. The film includes interviews from some of his fellow students and opponents who worked alongside him in his movies.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. DMT: The Spirit Molecule (2010)

    THE SPIRIT MOLECULE weaves an account of Dr. Rick Strassman's groundbreaking DMT research through a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen found in the human brain and hundreds of plants, including the sacred Amazonian brew, ayahuasca. Utilizing interviews with a variety of experts to explain their thoughts and experiences with DMT, and ayahuasca, within their respective fields, and discussions with Strassman’s research volunteers, brings to life the awesome effects of this compound, and introduces us to far-reaching theories regarding its role in human consciousness.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. Girl Rising (2013)

    Nine filmmakers each profile a young girl from a different part of the world to weave a global tapestry of youth in the 21st century.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006)

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed (2007)

    The special focuses on how Star Wars is relevant today and the history that inspired it, and also makes various connections to Greek mythology. It consists of several interviews with well-known politicians, journalists, and critics, along with historical content and clips from all six of the Star Wars movies.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  10. Fuck (2006)

    A documentary on the expletive's origin, why it offends some people so deeply, and what can be gained from its use.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Naqoyqatsi (2002)

    A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021)

    A documentary special that explores the power of identity behind the iconic superheroes we know and love today. These legendary Marvel creations and stories have not only reflected the world outside our window – they have become a reflection of our own identities and who we truly are.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. Terms and Conditions May Apply (2013)

    Have you ever read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policies connected to every website you visit, phone call you make, or app you use? Of course you haven’t. But those agreements allow corporations to do things with your personal information you could never even imagine. This film explores the intent hidden within these ridiculous agreements, and reveals what corporations and governments are legally taking from you and the outrageous consequences that result from clicking “I accept.”

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. The Mole: Undercover in North Korea (2020)

    A real-life undercover thriller about two ordinary men who embark on an outrageously dangerous ten-year mission to penetrate the world's most secretive and brutal dictatorship: North Korea.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. OLIVIA RODRIGO: driving home 2 u (a SOUR film) (2022)

    Grammy® winner singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo takes a familiar road trip from Salt Lake City, where she began writing her debut album “SOUR,” to Los Angeles. Along the way, Rodrigo recounts the memories of writing and creating her record-breaking debut album and shares her feelings as a young woman navigating a specific time in her life. Through new live arrangements of her songs, intimate interviews and never-before-seen footage from the making of the album, audiences will follow Olivia along on a cinematic journey exploring the story of “SOUR.”

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Strip Down, Rise Up (2021)

    The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. The Class of ‘92 (2013)

    A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button (2009)

    A documentary about the making of David Fincher's 2008 film THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. Virtually every element in the evolution of the Fincher's film is documented here, from the project's attachment to numerous other directors during the 1990s, to its shoot in 2006 and 2007 in New Orleans, to its complex, CGI-intensive postproduction process.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art (2020)

    A woman walks into a New York gallery with a cache of unknown masterworks. Thus begins a story of art world greed, willfulness and a high-stakes con.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. Bruce Lee, the Legend (1984)

    The Official Golden Harvest tribute to the Master of the Martial Arts Film, Bruce Lee.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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What are the best movies like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil?

The closest matches to Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil are To Kill a Tiger (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King (2020). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil?

Start with To Kill a Tiger (2023), the closest match to Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil.

What is the highest-rated movie like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil?

Terms and Conditions May Apply (2013), rated 7.0/10 by 204 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil?

To Kill a Tiger (2023) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil?

Yes: To Kill a Tiger (2023), Capital in the Twenty-First Century (2019) and Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King (2020).

How are movies similar to Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Beats of the Heart: The Spirit of the Samba: Black Music of Brazil, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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