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Carlota Joaquina, Princess of Brazil
The Spanish Infanta Carlota Joaquina is promised to D. João VI at the age of 10. Forced to leave for Portugal, Carlota suffers a great disappointment when she meets her promised prince. With the death of D. José, Carlota Joaquina and D. João VI inherit the Portuguese crown. However, frightened by the French Revolution and the approach of Napoleon's army, they decide to flee to their colony: Brazil.
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Plot Summary
The film satirizes the arrival of the Portuguese Royal Family in Brazil in 1808, focusing on the eccentric and power-hungry Princess Carlota Joaquina. Facing political turmoil and societal upheaval, Carlota attempts to seize control of Brazil, leading to a series of comical and dramatic events. It humorously portrays the clash between European royalty and the nascent Brazilian identity.
Critical Reception
Carlota Joaquina, Princess of Brazil was a significant box office success in Brazil and received generally positive reviews, particularly for its humor, performances, and historical satire. It is considered a landmark film for Brazilian cinema in the 1990s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty and irreverent take on a historical event.
Marieta Severo's performance as Princess Carlota Joaquina is frequently highlighted as a standout.
Applauded for its contribution to Brazilian cinema and its ability to entertain while offering social commentary.
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Awards & Accolades
Won Best Actress (Marieta Severo) at the Gramado Film Festival and was nominated for Best Film. It also received several other awards and nominations within Brazil.
Fun Fact
The film was a major commercial success in Brazil, drawing over 1.5 million viewers to cinemas, making it one of the most successful Brazilian films of the 1990s.
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