Macunaima

Basic Info:

Languages:

Portuguese

Countries:

Brazil

Runtime:

95 min

IMDB Ratings:

(917 Reviews)

Director:

Joaquim Pedro de Andrade

Genres:

Fantasy Comedy

Cast:

Grande Otelo Paulo Josè Jardel Filho Dina Sfat

Writer:

Joaquim Pedro de Andrade

Mèrio de Andrade (novel)

Fullplot:

Our story begins with Macunaima's miraculous birth to an old woman in a tiny jungle settlement. Born full grown, he discovers his life's purpose which leads him and his family/followers on a journey to the Big City. On the way, more miracles occur, but Macunaima still has the heart and mind of a child. In the Big City, he is co-opted by terrorists who enlist him in their revolutionary schemes. In the Big City he learns that nuts are not always food and other hilarious lessons of life.

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