Orfeu

Year: 2000

Runtime: 110 min

Language: Portuguese

Director: Carlos Diegues

DramaRomanceCrimeMusic

Set in Rio de Janeiro's Morro da Carioca favela, this film reimagines the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. A gifted musician, Orfeu, captivates his community with his evocative music, seemingly able to influence the natural world. He falls for the lovely Euridice, but their burgeoning romance is shadowed by a tragic destiny. Their story becomes a powerful and unforgettable exploration of love, loss, and the profound influence of music.

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