Inspector Faustão and the Vagabond
Inspector Faustão and the Vagabond

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Inspector Faustão and the Vagabond

1991
Movie
85 min
Portuguese

Faustão, a fruit seller, is selected by God himself to become Inspector Faustão, defender of the animals. He's joined by Sérgio Mallandro in a mission to save a group of quails from an illegal smuggler, while also having to deal with a bratty kid and a jealous girlfriend.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Carlos Alberto de NóbregaGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A bumbling inspector, Faustão, is tasked with solving a series of bizarre crimes. He teams up with a street-smart vagabond who may hold the key to uncovering the culprit. Together, they navigate a world of eccentric characters and improbable situations in their pursuit of justice, often leading to more comedic chaos than successful detective work.

Critical Reception

The film was a popular release in Brazil, leveraging the existing fame of its lead actor, Carlos Alberto de Nóbrega, from his long-running television show. It was generally received as a lighthearted comedy aimed at a broad audience, with its humor often derived from slapstick and character interactions rather than sophisticated plot development. Critical reviews were mixed, with some praising its comedic elements and others finding the plot simplistic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and accessible comedy.

  • Noted for its reliance on the star power of Carlos Alberto de Nóbrega.

  • Some found the plot predictable and the humor to be derivative.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its simple, family-friendly humor and the familiar presence of its lead actor. It is often remembered as a nostalgic piece of Brazilian comedy television transferred to the big screen.

Fun Fact

The film was a cinematic venture for Carlos Alberto de Nóbrega, a prominent Brazilian television host, extending the comedic persona of his character 'Faustão' from television to the big screen.

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