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Release Year1982
Runtime1h 25m
LanguagePortuguese
CertificationNR
GenresComedy, Drama
Votes4
DirectorMarco Altberg
WritersAntônio Calmon
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Adventures of a Paraíba
About The Adventures of a Paraíba
Young guy from the poor Northeast region of Brazil comes to Rio de Janeiro to try his luck. Naturally, he is faced with many adversities along the way.
Directed by Marco Altberg, The Adventures of a Paraíba leans on a strong ensemble — Caíque Ferreira, Paulão, Claudia Ohana — 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 1982.
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