Quanto Mais Samba Melhor (1961)

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A nationalist musician, Hélio, plans to stage a samba show at a luxury hotel nightclub. The owner, Ademar, influenced by his daughter Marisa, is only interested in big jazz acts. Hélio, aided by Bebeto and Dorothéia, presents a fake Dorothy Bridge and a Sunday Júnior, parodies of Eartha Kitty and Sammy Davis Junior. While being covered by these fake artists, Hélio searches for a singer for a repertoire based on Carmen Miranda.

Director: Carlos Manga
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 91 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Özen Sermet
Editing: Waldemar Noya
Production: Atlântida Cinematográfica
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Carlos Manga
More Films in Genre: Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quanto Mais Samba Melhor about?
A nationalist musician, Hélio, plans to stage a samba show at a luxury hotel nightclub. The owner, Ademar, influenced by his daughter Marisa, is only interested in big jazz acts. Hélio, aided by Bebeto and Dorothéia, presents a fake Dorothy Bridge and a Sunday Júnior, parodies of Eartha Kitty and Sammy Davis Junior. While being covered by these fake artists, Hélio searches for a singer for a repertoire based on Carmen Miranda.
Who directed Quanto Mais Samba Melhor?
Quanto Mais Samba Melhor was directed by Carlos Manga.
Who stars in Quanto Mais Samba Melhor?
Quanto Mais Samba Melhor stars Cyll Farney, Maria Petar, Vagareza, Rose Rondelli, Antônio Carlos dos Santos, Vera Regina.
How long is Quanto Mais Samba Melhor?
Quanto Mais Samba Melhor has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is Quanto Mais Samba Melhor?
Quanto Mais Samba Melhor is a Comedy film.
Where was Quanto Mais Samba Melhor produced?
Quanto Mais Samba Melhor was produced in Brazil.