Beyond the Documentary: Fiction in the Paschoal Nardone Collection

The Paschoal Nardone Collection is a treasure trove of documentaries that capture life in the city, from carnival festivities to daily routines.

Although the Paschoal Nardone Collection mainly comprises documentaries, two films offer a unique perspective. These fictional narratives are a rare example of the world of amateur storytelling in Brazilian cinema.

The most complete film and the one in the best condition was called Amor de Sertanejo (Sertanejo Love).

The title card also suggests that this is the second in a two-part story, but the first part is not found in the collection.

The Paschoal Nardone Collection includes these two films, which constitute the first attempts at fictional storytelling. With uncertain origins, they represent an interesting experiment in the early stages of Brazilian cinema, and may be original or inspired by already existing films.