Orfeu
1999, Portuguese. Directed by Carlos Diegues.
Orfeu is a popular composer from a samba school. He lives in the favela and falls madly in love when he meets Euridice, a newcomer to the neighborhood. But the local drug boss Lucinho stands between them and will drastically change both their lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
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- Released
- 21 April 1999
- Country
- Brazil
- Written by
- Paulo Lins, Hermano Vianna, Hamilton Vaz Pereira
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Orfeu: quick answers
Is Orfeu worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 40 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Orfeu?
Orfeu runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Orfeu have a post-credits scene?
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Is Orfeu suitable for kids?
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What movies are like Orfeu?
If you liked Orfeu, try Tim Maia, Two Sons of Francisco, Brazilian Western.
Who directed Orfeu?
Orfeu (1999) was directed by Carlos Diegues and stars Toni Garrido, Patrícia França, Murilo Benício.