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Nos Embalos de Ipanema (1978)

"Toquinho was desired by all women... even men"

4.319781h 42mPT
ComedyDrama

Directed by Antônio Calmon

Rating

4.3/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

PT

Release

January 1, 1978

Director

Antônio Calmon

Overview

Toquinho is a young man living in Marechal Hermes, a poor neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, together with his widow mother and a younger sister. Although he is poor, he is also ambitious, and wants to change his life. He spends all his time on the beach, at Arpoador, Ipanema, where he dreams to become...

Cast

André De Biase

André De Biase

Toquinho

Angelina Muniz

Angelina Muniz

Verinha

Zaira Zambelli

Zaira Zambelli

Patrícia

Paulo Villaça

Paulo Villaça

André

Selma Egrei

Selma Egrei

Bia

Roberto Bonfim

Roberto Bonfim

Das Bocas

Gracinda Freire

Gracinda Freire

Dona Flora

Ronaldo Santos

Ronaldo Santos

Peixinho

Carlos Prieto

Carlos Prieto

Patrícia Ferrari

Patrícia Ferrari

Irmã de Toquinho

Elias Sanches

Elias Sanches

Stepan Nercessian

Stepan Nercessian

Maurício

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Nos Embalos de Ipanema (1978), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Toquinho is a young man living in Marechal Hermes, a poor neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, together with his widow mother and a younger sister. Although he is poor, he is also ambitious, and wants to change his life. He spends all his time on the beach, at Arpoador, Ipanema, where he dreams to become a famous surfer. Besides, he usually finds Patricia there, a rich and liberated young woman, whom he likes a lot. To impress Patricia and satisfy some of her wishes, he lets himself be seduced by André, a gay guy who, in return for his sexual favors, promises him a trip to Hawaii for a surf championship.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Nos Embalos de Ipanema. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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