The documentary "Beyond Ipanema - America's Love Affair with Brazilian Music" tells the story of Americans' fascination with Brazilian culture, particularly Samba, Bossa Nova, Brazilian-Jazz, and Brazilectro.
Beyond Ipanema
The discovery of Carmen Miranda in New York City in 1939 sparked a sudden American fascination with Brazilian culture, driven by the popularity of Samba, Bossa Nova, Brazilian-Jazz, and other Brazilian musical styles.