Cinema Novo was a movement among Brazilianfilm makers in the second half of the 20th century, summarized by the phrase "Uma câmera na mão e uma idéia na cabeça" (which roughly translates to "A camera in the hand and an idea in the head"). The movement included directors Glauber Rocha, Nelson Pereira dos Santos, and Joaquim Pedro de Andrade. Its main topics revolved around Brazilian poverty, mainly using the dry northeast and large cities as settings. The film director, on the right, gives last minute direction to the cast and crew, whilst filming a costume drama on location in London. ... Glauber Rocha is a Brazilian director, actor, and writer. ... Nelso Pereira dos Santos is a Brazilian movie director. ... Joaquim Pedro de Andrade (May 25, 1932âSeptember 10, 1988) was a Brazilian film director and screenwriter. ...