The Discovery of Brazil (1937)
O Descobrimento do Brasil (The Discovery of Brazil) is an impressive historical epic recreating Álvares Cabral’s voyage to the New World in 1500, with a score especially written by the renowned composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. One of the earliest examples of Brazilian cinema, this film depicts the perilous journey of Pedro Álvares Cabral’s armada from Portugal to Brazil. Though somewhat rudimentary compared to other films of the period, The Discovery of Brazil distinguishes itself with its scenes of indigenous people and Portuguese explorers on the beach, and in the imaginative lighting on board the ship. But the real star is the beautiful cantata by Villa-Lobos that permeates the film.
Director: Humberto Mauro
Genre: History
Runtime: 62 min
Release Date: December 6, 1937
Cast
Screenplay
- Bandeira Duarte
- Humberto Mauro
- Pero Vaz de Caminha (Original Story)
Music: Heitor Villa-Lobos
Cinematography: Humberto Mauro, Alberto Botelho
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Discovery of Brazil about?
- O Descobrimento do Brasil (The Discovery of Brazil) is an impressive historical epic recreating Álvares Cabral’s voyage to the New World in 1500, with a score especially written by the renowned composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. One of the earliest examples of Brazilian cinema, this film depicts the perilous journey of Pedro Álvares Cabral’s armada from Portugal to Brazil. Though somewhat rudimentary compared to other films of the period, The Discovery of Brazil distinguishes itself with its scenes of indigenous people and Portuguese explorers on the beach, and in the imaginative lighting on board the ship. But the real star is the beautiful cantata by Villa-Lobos that permeates the film.
- Who directed The Discovery of Brazil?
- The Discovery of Brazil was directed by Humberto Mauro.
- Who stars in The Discovery of Brazil?
- The Discovery of Brazil stars Alvaro Costa, João de Deus, Manoel Rocha, Alfredo Silva, Reginaldo Calmon, Arthur de Oliveira.
- How long is The Discovery of Brazil?
- The Discovery of Brazil has a runtime of 1h 2m (62 minutes).
- What genre is The Discovery of Brazil?
- The Discovery of Brazil is a History film.
- Where was The Discovery of Brazil produced?
- The Discovery of Brazil was produced in Brazil.