Good Intention and Research, Bad Screenplay

Jurandyr Passos Noronha wrote and directed this documentary with the good intention of paying homage to the greatest Brazilian comedians. His work of research was amazing, collecting footages of the following movies: "Acabaram-se os Otários" (1929); "Alô, Alô Carnaval" (1936); "E o Circo Chegou" (1940); "Berlim na Batucada" (!944); "A Dupla do Barulho" (1953); "Malandros em Quarta Dimensão" (1954); "Rico Ri-à-Toa" (1957); "Chico Fumaça" (1958); "Pega Ladrão" (1958); and "Dona Violante Miranda" (1960). Therefore, regarding intention and research, Jurandyr deserves a ten.

Unfortunately, the mainstream that connects the segments is simply awful, with Paulo Silvino, Rafael de Carvalho, Roberto Guilherme and Santa Cruz being wasted in silly roles and screenplay. Eleven years later, in 1982, Carl Reiner made a similar work, using footages to pay homage to the film-noir with his excellent "Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid" (1982). The title of this Brazilian movie in IMDb is inaccurate ("Cômicos + Cômicos"). My vote is four.

Title (Brazil): "Cômicos + Cômicos" ("Comics+ Comics")

Portuguese-language cinema, spanning Portugal, Brazil, and other Lusophone regions, focuses on history, cultural identity, and the struggles of ordinary people, often framed with poetic or allegorical storytelling. In Portugal, cinema has emphasized meditative pacing and philosophical depth, reflecting on memory and tradition. In Brazil, it has often been politically charged and socially vibrant, highlighting inequality and resilience while experimenting with popular and avant-garde forms.

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The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

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Anthology with scenes from old Brazilian comedies and musicals.

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