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The Trapalhões in A Dog's Will
In the small town of Taperoá João Grilo and confusion Chicó live setting, addressing a sacristan and a humble baker. Everyone lives under the excesses of the bishop, the priest and the major. Until an attack on the city, all die at the hands of the bandit Severino and must stand trial in the sky, which puts everyone before God and the Virgin Mary.
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Plot Summary
In this installment of the popular Brazilian comedy troupe, the Trapalhões find themselves in a peculiar situation. Involved in a series of chaotic events, they stumble upon a will that promises a fortune. Their pursuit of this hidden treasure leads them on a wild and often absurd adventure filled with misunderstandings and slapstick humor.
Critical Reception
As with most films starring Os Trapalhões, 'O Trapalhão no Planalto' was primarily aimed at a family audience and achieved significant box office success in Brazil. Critical reviews from the time often focused on the group's established comedic formula, highlighting the slapstick and visual gags that appealed to their large fanbase, rather than deep thematic exploration or cinematic innovation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and family-friendly comedy.
Acknowledged for continuing the beloved comedic style of Os Trapalhões.
Often seen as a typical entry in the group's filmography, delivering expected humor.
Google audience: Specific audience reviews for this film are scarce in easily accessible public domains. However, based on the general reception of Os Trapalhões films, audiences typically enjoyed the group's signature blend of silliness, quick-witted banter, and physical comedy.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'O Trapalhão no Planalto', humorously references 'O Planalto' (the presidential palace in Brazil), hinting at a political or governmental setting which is often satirized in the group's work.
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