
When The Marquees' Lights Go Out
Through archive footage and testimonials from former filmgoers, this documentary presents the story of the historical movie theaters located on the avenues of São João and Ipiranga and its surroundings, in São Paulo's city centre. Known as the Cinelândia Paulistana, this area lived its heyday in the 1950s, when there were more than 15 cinemas in full operation.
Cast: José Moreira, Inimá Simões, Máximo Barro
When The Marquees' Lights Go Out
The story of the Cinelândia Paulistana.
Through archive footage and testimonials from former filmgoers, this documentary presents the story of the historical movie theaters located on the avenues of São João and Ipiranga and its surroundings, in São Paulo's city centre. Known as the Cinelândia Paulistana, this area lived its heyday in the 1950s, when there were more than 15 cinemas in full operation.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Renato Brandão
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
Portuguese
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.




