November 17, 2011
Neil Genzlinger, New York Times
Liza Minnelli, Gilberto Gil, Ney Matogrosso, Cláudia Raia, Nelson Motta
In 1964, a coup d'etat removed Brazilian president Joao Goulart from office, and a military dictatorship sprang up in his place. Brazil entered into a period of repressive politics, harsh government c... read more 
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November 15, 2011
Ernest Hardy, Village Voice
It's the mind-blowing performance footage (and there's lots of it) that makes this a must-see film. Full Review
November 10, 2011
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
"Dzi Croquettes" is both a tribute and a terrific entertainment. Full Review
November 10, 2011
Stephen Farber, Hollywood Reporter
Although the film recounts an intriguing slice of social history, it is too haphazard and repetitive to be truly memorable. Full Review
November 18, 2011
Kent Turner, Film-Forward.com
Will American viewers with no familiarity of this group find much to hold their interest ...? Yes, to a point. The documentary has an ace tucked in its spangled G-string: Liza Minnelli Full Review
November 15, 2011
Andrew Schenker, Time Out New York
Presents a wide-ranging picture of a unique cultural phenomenon, even if subjects like Liza Minnelli too often fall into semiarticulate expressions of hagiographical awe. Full Review
November 11, 2011
David Noh, Film Journal International
Very entertaining, poignant documentary about a largely forgotten but truly groundbreaking bunch of entertainers. Full Review
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