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José Carlos Burle

José Carlos Burle

Born: 1910-07-19 • Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil

José Carlos Burle was a Brazilian film director, screenwriter, and composer. He was instrumental in the early development of Brazilian cinema, co-founding the Atlântida Cinematográfica in 1941, which became a pivotal studio in the country's film industry. Burle directed and wrote several influential films, including É com Este Que Eu Vou (1948) and Depois Eu Conto (1956). Additionally, he composed popular songs such as "Cabocla" and "Meu Limão, Meu Limoeiro," which have been recorded by various artists. Burle's multifaceted contributions have left a lasting legacy in Brazilian culture.

Filmography
O Craque poster
O Craque
1953
Três Vagabundos poster
Três Vagabundos
1952
Maria Bonita poster
Maria Bonita
1937 • Promotor