Onde Está a Felicidade?
Onde Está a Felicidade?

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Onde Está a Felicidade?

2011
Movie
110 min
Portuguese

Teodora discovers that her husband was having a virtual relationship and enters a crisis, which results in the loss of her job as a presenter of a culinary program. Disillusioned, she decides to hit the road and sets out on a journey of self-discovery, walking the Way of Santiago de Compostela, in Spain.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes48%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users74%
Director: Carlos SaldanhaGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

In a vibrant, tropical world, Blu, a rare Spix's macaw, believes he's the last of his kind. When he discovers there's a female macaw named Jewel in Rio de Janeiro, he embarks on an adventure to find her. However, their journey is fraught with peril as they are captured by smugglers and must escape to protect their freedom and the future of their species.

Critical Reception

Rio! was a moderate commercial success and received mixed reviews from critics. While praised for its colorful animation, vibrant soundtrack, and energetic pacing, some critics found the plot to be predictable and the characters less developed than in similar animated films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dazzling visuals and lively musical numbers.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of substantial character development.

  • Enjoyable for younger audiences, but may not engage adults as deeply.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's vibrant animation and upbeat music, finding it a fun and colorful experience for families. However, some viewers felt the story was somewhat predictable and lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in Rio de Janeiro was chosen to showcase the city's iconic landmarks and vibrant culture, aiming to attract international attention ahead of the 2016 Summer Olympics hosted by the city.

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