A series that pays tribute to one of Brazil’s most iconic singers and songwriters, ‘Raul Seixas: Let Me Sing’ will have its first worldwide exhibition on March 25th, at 6pm, during Series Mania. The event, which is one of the largest international festivals dedicated to the series format, takes place from March 21 to 28 in Lille, France. The session will be attended by actor Ravel Andrade, who plays Raul in the production, as well as Paulo Morelli, creator and director, and Pedro Morelli, director of the series.
‘I’m very happy that the series is already reaping some rewards even before its premiere in Brazil. It’s the first time that a Brazilian series has been selected for this festival, so I think it gives an even greater pleasure to premiere at this festival, to premiere with Raul and to take Raul Seixas’ story to France and the world. I believe he is a Brazilian icon, an illustrious person, a unique and unparalleled artist, the father of rock. Taking Raul abroad, showing who this guy from Bahia was, a true rock ‘n’ roll pioneer, a philosopher of life — makes me very happy. Having a series nominated, and on top of that, about Raul Seixas, is something that makes me twice as happy’, said Ravel Andrade.
The Globoplay Original series Raul Seixas: Let Me Sing explores the cultural, political, and spiritual influences of the singer and songwriter, reflecting the artist’s complexity and brilliance, his internal struggles, and his constant search for authenticity and freedom of expression. His personal relationships are explored in depth, revealing the complexity of his character and the mutual influences between his life and his work.
‘Having a Globoplay Original series selected for one of the most respected festivals in the world, right after winning an Oscar, shows the strength of our Originals, which travel and carry our brazilianness around the world. Raul is a powerful series that tells the story of a musical icon, with the incredible performance of Ravel Andrade. Another great project in partnership with O2 Filmes, a benchmark of artistic quality in the market for over 30 years’, highlighted Alex Medeiros, Head of Drama, Documentaries, and Films at Globoplay Originals.
‘It’s an incredible moment for Brazilian audiovisual, which is opening many doors around the world. The film ‘I’m Still Here’ winning Best International Feature at the Oscars shows just how powerful our audiovisual industry is — that we are great storytellers, sharing stories that teach us and move us. I am very happy with this moment. And I am very happy that Raul Seixas is going global. As an actor, this work is a very special moment for me. May our work be increasingly recognized in the world, and may we always reach the highest places’, concluded Ravel Andrade.
The series is created by Morelli, who also the co-director along with Paulo, and produced by O2 Filmes. The cast includes names such as João Pedro Zappa, Amanda Grimaldi, Carol Abras, Julia Stockler, Chandelly Braz, Cyria Coentro and a special appearance by Julio Andrade.
