Movies and TvShows featuring "bossa-nova" theme.

Girls from Ipanema is set in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro during the 1950s and 1960s. The TV show revolves around a group of women who find themselves at the intersection of love, business, and societal expectations. As they navigate through their personal and professional lives, they confront issues such as infidelity, bisexuality, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated society. Through its portrayal of the characters' journeys, the show explores themes of female empowerment, LGBTQ+ rights, and racial issues prevalent in Brazil.

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.

In 'The Deadly Affair,' a retired police officer is hired by the British Secret Service to investigate the death of his friend and former colleague, a British agent. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and betrayal, leading him to question his own loyalties.

New York, 2010. Jeff Harris, a music journalist, sets out to uncover the truth about Francisco Tenório Júnior, a young Brazilian samba-jazz pianist who disappeared in Buenos Aires on March 18, 1976.

When an American works at a resort in Acapulco, he becomes involved with a Mariachi band, gets into his first fight, and develops a romance. Along the way, he experiences the beauty of Acapulco and encounters various challenges and adventures.

A young woman named Guinevere, who is struggling with her identity and her place in the world, finds herself drawn to an older man who becomes her mentor and lover. As she navigates her way through a dysfunctional family, a dying man, and a complicated romantic relationship, Guinevere must confront her own insecurities and learn to embrace her true self.

Nara Leão revolutionized Brazilian music, broke prejudices, confronted the military dictatorship, opened paths for women. All this without changing the tone of her voice.

Experience the captivating journey behind the scenes of the creation of the legendary Brazilian music album 'Elis and Tom', as this documentary takes you on a fascinating exploration into the making of this iconic masterpiece.

With fireworks forming the word “Rio” in the sky and supermodel Gisele Bundchen shimmering to the tune of “The Girl from Ipanema,” Rio de Janiero welcomed the world to the first Olympic Games in South America with a serious message underlying the celebration: Let’s take care of our planet.

Blue Eyes follows the journey of an immigrant in Brazil who becomes entangled in a murder investigation while battling his own personal demons. As he navigates the complexities of a foreign culture and faces discrimination and xenophobia, he finds solace through taekwondo and the bossa nova music that fills the streets. With the help of a compassionate immigration agent, he strives to seek justice, redemption, and a sense of belonging in a country that is both beautiful and unforgiving. Along the way, he forms a deep bond with his granddaughter, who becomes his guiding light in the darkest of times.

A couple falls in love while on vacation in Italy, but their relationship is tested when one of them is diagnosed with a terminal illness.

Documentary about the birth of bossa-nova, in Brazil, and the major stars of this musical style.

Simonal tells the story of Wilson Simonal, a charismatic Brazilian singer who rose to fame in the 1960s. Known for his powerful and melodic voice, Simonal became one of Brazil's biggest musical stars. However, his success was marred by his association with the military dictatorship that ruled the country at the time. Despite facing accusations and controversy, Simonal's talent and charm captivated audiences, making him a beloved figure in Brazilian music history.

A group of thirty-something friends in Rio de Janeiro navigate the complexities of love, marriage, and divorce. With the help of a fortune-teller and a researcher, they explore the battle-of-the-sexes, statistics, and the ups and downs of relationships. Through humor and candid conversations, they discover the true meaning of love and friendship.

A group of friends come of age during the political turmoil that plagued Brazil in the 1960's and 70's. Together, these musicians form a band called "Os Desafinados" and become a part of the groundbreaking Brazilian musical movement called Bossa Nova

This documentary from filmmaker Guto Barra takes you beyond the 1960s bossa nova hit "The Girl from Ipanema" to explore how samba, Brazilectro and other Brazilian music styles have long captivated audiences and influenced musicians around the world. Mixing archival footage, fresh performances and interviews with leaders in the global music scene, Barra examines why Brazil's music consistently transcends boundaries of time and musical taste.

Where are you, João Gilberto? sets out in the footsteps of German writer Marc Fischer who obsessively searched for the legendary founding father of Bossa Nova and last great musical legend of our time, Brazilian musician João Gilberto, who has not been seen in public for decades. Fischer described his journey in a book, Hobalala, but committed suicide one week before it was published. By taking up Marc Fischer's quest, following his steps one by one, thanks to all the clues he left us, we pursue João Gilberto to understand the history, the very soul and essence of Bossa Nova. But who can tell whether we will meet him or not?

This documentary music film pays tribute to the legendary Brazilian musician Antonio Carlos Jobim, featuring performances by an all-star lineup of musicians.