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Copacabana (1985)

"Watch out Meryl! Here comes Barry Manilow: actor."

6.819851h 35mEN
ComedyMusicRomanceTV Movie

Directed by Waris Hussein

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

December 3, 1985

Director

Waris Hussein

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find...

Cast

Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow

Tony Starr

Annette O'Toole

Annette O'Toole

Lola Lamar

Estelle Getty

Estelle Getty

Bella Stern

James T. Callahan

James T. Callahan

Dennis Reilly

Andra Akers

Andra Akers

Pamela Devereaux

Silvana Gallardo

Silvana Gallardo

Conchita Rivera

Joseph Bologna

Joseph Bologna

Rico Castelli

Ernie Sabella

Ernie Sabella

Sam Gropper

Cliff Osmond

Cliff Osmond

Angelo

Dwier Brown

Dwier Brown

Bibi Sutton

Stanley Brock

Stanley Brock

2nd Publisher

Clarence Felder

Clarence Felder

Nick Panotis

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Copacabana (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find her stardom. Instead, she finds Rico, a suave gangster and the club owner.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Copacabana. 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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