Black Orpheus
The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...
A Drama, Romance film (1959) rated 7.4/10 on IMDb by 13K+ viewers — worth watching. Starring Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn.
Synopsis
Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Orpheus worth watching?
Yes, worth watching. Filmistani rates Black Orpheus 77/100 (IMDb: 7.4/10).
Where can I watch Black Orpheus online in India?
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Is Black Orpheus a hit or flop?
Black Orpheus is a hit — 13K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 77/100 point to strong audience reception.
What is Black Orpheus about?
Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality.…
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