José Flores de Jesus, professionally known as Zé Keti, was a profoundly talented Brazilian samba singer and songwriter, whose remarkable artistic contributions continue to resonate with audiences to this day. Beyond his impressive musical endeavors, Zé Keti also ventured into the realm of acting, making a few notable appearances in Cinema Novo films, a pioneering movement in Brazilian cinema that aimed to revolutionize the industry with its innovative storytelling and cinematography.
In addition to his multifaceted career, Zé Keti's life up to the 1950s served as a powerful source of inspiration for the renowned filmmaker Nelson Pereira dos Santos, who went on to create the critically acclaimed film "Rio, Zona Norte", a cinematic masterpiece that poignantly captured the essence of Zé Keti's remarkable journey.
