Walter Lima Jr.

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Walter Lima Jr.
Walter Lima Junior (1972).tif
Walter Lima Junior in 1972
Born (1938-11-26) 26 November 1938 (age 85)
Occupation(s) Film director
Screenwriter
Years active1965–present

Walter Lima Jr. (born 26 November 1938) is a Brazilian film director and screenwriter. He has directed 17 films since 1965. His 1969 film Brazil Year 2000 was entered into the 19th Berlin International Film Festival, where it won a Silver Bear. [1]

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References

  1. "Berlinale 1969: Prize Winners". berlinale.de. Retrieved 6 March 2010.