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Lisbela and the Prisoner (2003)

7.820031h 46mPT
ComedyRomance

Directed by Guel Arraes

Rating

7.8/10

Runtime

1h 46m

Language

PT

Release

August 22, 2003

Director

Guel Arraes

Official Trailer

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Overview

Lisbela is a young woman who loves going to the movies. Leléu is a con man, going from town to town selling all sort of things and performing as master of ceremonies for some cheesy numbers, such as the woman who gets transformed into a gorilla. He gets involved with Linaura, a sexy and beautiful wo...

Cast

Selton Mello

Selton Mello

Leléu

Débora Falabella

Débora Falabella

Lisbela

Virginia Cavendish

Virginia Cavendish

Inaura

Bruno Garcia

Bruno Garcia

Douglas

Tadeu Mello

Tadeu Mello

Cabo Citonho

André Mattos

André Mattos

Tenente Guedes

Lívia Falcão

Lívia Falcão

Francisquinha

Marco Nanini

Marco Nanini

Frederico Evandro

Heloísa Périssé

Heloísa Périssé

Prazeres

Aramis Trindade

Aramis Trindade

Homem jurado de morte

Carlos Casagrande

Carlos Casagrande

Steve (Ator do filme do cinema)

Zeca Veloso

Zeca Veloso

Leléu (jovem)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Lisbela and the Prisoner (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Lisbela is a young woman who loves going to the movies. Leléu is a con man, going from town to town selling all sort of things and performing as master of ceremonies for some cheesy numbers, such as the woman who gets transformed into a gorilla. He gets involved with Linaura, a sexy and beautiful woman who happens to be the wife of the most frightening hitman of the place. The hitman finds out his wife's affair and goes after Leléu, who has to leave in a hurry. In another town, he meets and falls instantly in love with Lisbela, who is engaged to Douglas, a hillbilly who tries hard to pass for a cosmopolitan Rio de Janeiro dweller.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Lisbela and the Prisoner. 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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