Fabricação da Rapadura

The documentary showcases the journey of sugarcane from the field to the final product. It highlights the use of an animal-drawn mill for cutting and milling sugarcane, illustrating the labor-intensive process involved. Viewers can observe how the juice is strained and boiled to achieve the right consistency, ultimately leading to the production of molasses.

In addition to sugarcane processing, the film also touches on the grinding of coffee, demonstrating how the husk contributes to the fuel needed for boiling the juice. This educational piece from the INCE - Instituto Nacional de Cinema Educativo serves as a historical document of agricultural practices in Brazil during the late 1950s, making it a potential interest for collectors of documentary films and cultural history.