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Luar do Sertão
In a small town in São Paulo State, everyone lives happily: Tinoco and his bride Joan, Lollipop and Nha Barbina. One day come the men in charge of opening a railway arrive bringing with them trouble. Paul, one of the engineers, Joan tries to alienate Tinoco, who is accused of stealing money. Workers go to jail. Tinoco is delegated to investigate the case, to prove that their innocence.
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Plot Summary
In the arid Sertão region of Brazil, a young woman named Iraci dreams of a better life beyond the harsh landscape. She faces societal expectations and the challenges of drought while navigating a budding romance with a local musician. The film explores themes of hope, love, and the struggle for survival in a unforgiving environment.
Critical Reception
As one of the earliest Brazilian musical dramas, 'Luar do Sertão' was a significant production for its time, appreciated for its depiction of regional culture and its musical numbers. While not widely distributed internationally, it holds a nostalgic place in Brazilian cinema history.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic portrayal of Northeastern Brazilian culture and music.
Appreciated for its romantic storyline set against a dramatic backdrop.
Considered a notable early example of Brazilian musical cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film features several musical performances that were popular in Brazil during the 1940s, contributing to its appeal as a musical drama.
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