Black Orpheus (1959)

The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world

Black Orpheus (1959)

The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world

The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world

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In Rio, Orfeo is a trolley conductor and musician, engaged to Mira. During Carnival week, he sees Eurydice, who's fled her village in fear of a stalker; it's love at first sight. Her cousin Sarafina, with whom she stays in Rio, is a friend of Orfeo and Mira, so the star-crossed lovers meet again. Later, during the revels, wearing Sarafina's costume, Eurydice dances a provocative samba with Orfeo. Not only is Mira enraged when her rival is unmasked, but she is being stalked by Death: Eurydice is in danger, pursued through noisy crowds and a morgue. Can Orfeo conduct her to safety? Don't look back.

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Black Orpheus

Original title

Orfeu Negro

Runtime in minutes

100

Production year

1959

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1959-06-12

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