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Release Year1965
Runtime1h 46m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes14
DirectorRafael Gil
WritersJesús María de Arozamena, Rafael Gil, José López Rubio
TypeFeature Film
Rating3.1 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsSamba
About Samba
Singer Laura Monteiro (Montiel) is murdered by her old protector João Fernandes de Oliveira (Giachetti), who has found out her love affair with Assis (Carlos Alberto). Favela-girl Belén (also Montiel) is the look-alike who takes her place, unaware she is being used by a gang that smuggles precious stones sewn in Carnival costumes. Written by fabreu
Directed by Rafael Gil, Samba leans on a strong ensemble — Sara Montiel, Marc Michel, Fosco Giachetti — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1965.
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