Movie Description

Macunaíma

(1969)

Overview

Born a fully grown black man in a village in the Brazilian jungle, Macunaíma later magically transforms into a white man before making an adventure-filled trip to the city of São Paulo. Once there, he becomes something of a dandy, falling in love with Ci, a revolutionary who dies in an accidental bombing. After robbing a ruthless industrialist, Macunaima returns to his village where he finds his newly acquired knowledge and possessions of little use.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleMacunaíma

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1969-09-03

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 50m

Genres

  • Comedy
  • Fantasy