The importance of Sergio Mendes‘ contribution to the recognition of Brazilian music abroad is undeniable. His rhythmic and original arrangements have marked generations and transformed Jorge Benjor‘s songs into classic worldwide hits, from Mas, Que Nada to Chove Chuva, as well as many other composers. However, with an apparent hiatus (broken with the Oscar nomination for Rio), there is a younger audience that cannot quickly identify his role and importance, not even with the reverence of Will.I.Am. and the Black Eyed Peas, John Legend or Common. Hence the urgency of a documentary that could rescue this memory.

Sérgio Mendes No Tom da Alegria is a journey through time, with the lightness and delicacy of the artist’s personality. Rich in photo and video material, as well as crucial testimonies about Sergio Mendes’ work and personality, in just over an hour it makes us smile like he does. The affection of the almost always grumpy Harrison Ford, remembering his days as a carpenter and building the musician’s recording studio reinforces the affection of all who lived with Sérgio over the years.

It is worth it for today’s more mature people who listened to Sergio Mendes with their parents and even more so for those who still don’t know who he is. Wonderful content is now available on HBO.

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