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Cast
Michael Caine
as Matthew Hollis
Michelle Johnson
as Jennifer Lyons
Joseph Bologna
as Victor Lyons
Demi Moore
as Nicole 'Nikki' Hollis
Valerie Harper
as Karen Hollis
José Lewgoy
as Eduardo Marques
Lupe Gigliotti
as Signora Botega
Tessy Callado
as Helaine
Zeni Pereira
as Mother of the Bride
Eduardo Conde
as Singer in the Dance Club
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1984
Runtime1h 40m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresComedy, Romance
Votes206
DirectorStanley Donen
WritersCharlie Peters, Larry Gelbart
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.8 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsBlame It on Rio
About Blame It on Rio
Matthew Hollis is man on holiday in Rio with his best friend. Both men have teenage daughters with them. When Matthew falls for his best friend's amorous daughter named Jennifer, they embark on a secret, if slightly one-sided relationship. Jennifer's father is furious when he finds out about the 'older man' in his daughter's life, and sets out to hunt him down with the aid of Matthew!
Directed by Stanley Donen, Blame It on Rio leans on a strong ensemble — Michael Caine, Michelle Johnson, Joseph Bologna — 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 1984.
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