The Trapalhões and the Tree of Youth
The Trapalhões and the Tree of Youth

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The Trapalhões and the Tree of Youth

1991
Movie
100 min
Portuguese

Didi, Dedé, Mussum (Mussum) and Zacarias are forest rangers that they work in the Amazon rain forest where they fight the action of smugglers with the aid of Juliana, a beautiful engineer. There are many funny scenes where they find the mythical source of the fountain of youth which they drink, becoming again children.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Adriano StuartGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In this fantastical adventure, the beloved Brazilian comedy troupe 'Os Trapalhões' are tasked with finding the legendary Tree of Youth. Their quest leads them through a magical forest filled with peculiar creatures and challenges, all while trying to outwit a villain who also seeks the tree's power. The journey becomes a test of their friendship and bravery as they navigate the enchanted world.

Critical Reception

As is typical for films featuring 'Os Trapalhões', 'Os Trapalhões e a Árvore da Juventude' was primarily aimed at a young audience and was a box office success in Brazil. Critical reviews often highlighted the comedic performances of the main cast and the film's whimsical fantasy elements, though some noted its simple plot and slapstick humor as characteristic of the group's style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted comedy and appeal to younger viewers.

  • The film's fantastical elements and visual gags were often cited as enjoyable.

  • Seen as a typical, fun outing for the popular Trapalhões group.

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Fun Fact

The film features the popular Brazilian comedy quartet 'Os Trapalhões' in one of their many feature film appearances, which were consistently major draws at the Brazilian box office throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.

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