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Black Orpheus (1959)
BrazilPG100Min
7.4 ( 12K Votes )
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88 %Black Orpheus is a musical drama that follows the story of Orpheus, a trolley conductor and aspiring musician, who falls in love with Eurydice, a young woman from a favela. As their love blossoms, they face challenges from their jealous exes and the voodoo ceremonies happening around them. Tragedy strikes when Eurydice is accidentally electrocuted, leading Orpheus to descend into the underworld to bring her back to life. The film showcases the rich Brazilian culture, samba music, and the colorful celebration of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
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- samba
- rio carnival
- brazilian music
- carnival in rio
- samba music
- carnival
- rio de janeiro
- carnaval
- orpheus
- brazilian culture
- star crossed lovers
- falling in love
- based on myths, legends or folklore
- brazilian dance
- latin music
- eurydice character
- electrocution
- based on greek myth
- accidental death
- detached
- jealousy
- greek mythology
- bas relief
- pawnshop
- wedding ring
- favela
- macumba
- loss of loved one
- death personified
- drums
- modern day adaptation
- guitar
- jealous fiancee
- revelry
- bossa nova
- dancing in the street
- jilted fiancee
- mask
- sunrise
- pawn shop
- engaged couple
- marriage engagement
- trolley
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