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Quando um Cupido se Apaixona
Angelina is a cupid who thinks love is perfect. Pedro Miguel is a man who believes that love is not for everyone. After becoming roommates, against Pedro Miguel's will, they form an alliance to find the perfect match for him, discovering along the way that love can be right next door, breaking down points of view and discovering a little more about this thing called “love.”
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Plot Summary
A young man, seeking to escape his overbearing mother, pretends to be a rich bachelor to impress women. His charade becomes complicated when he falls for a girl who seems to have a genuine interest in him, while also dealing with the scrutiny of his matchmaking mother and the potential exposure of his lies.
Critical Reception
This Brazilian romantic comedy is generally seen as a lighthearted and charming film from its era, appreciated for its humor and romantic elements, though it may not be considered a groundbreaking cinematic achievement.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its comedic timing and relatable romantic entanglements.
Noted for its charming portrayal of Brazilian society in the early 1960s.
Some found the plot predictable, but appreciated the performances.
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Fun Fact
The film is part of a period in Brazilian cinema known as 'Cinema Novo', although it leans more towards popular comedy than the overtly political or aesthetic experiments of some other films from the movement.
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