A journey back in time in the form of a cartoon with characterizations of the Trapalhões, from the time of the Roman Empire to the present day, through the Middle Ages, the Old West and the First World War. They begin the film by doing a stand-up show at the Teatro Scala, in Rio de Janeiro, receiving on stage the designer Mauricio de Sousa. From then on, the story unfolds in a cartoon, in which Os Trapalhões is chased by an evil wizard whose aim is to try to hold Didi's (always unsuccessful) hand to rule the world during the passage of the famous Halley Comet.
Practical Effects
Mauricio de Sousa's hand-drawn animation bridges two Brazilian comedy empires.
Acting
Renato Aragão's Didi voice work translates his physical comedy to cartoon form.
Production
Live-action opening at Teatro Scala before full animation switch — bizarre structural choice.
Director
Dedé Santana
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Os Trapalhões were Brazil's dominant comedy franchise for decades; this film represents their attempt to compete with Disney's 1986 animation boom.
Mauricio de Sousa created Monica's Gang — Brazil's most successful comic strip — making this a crossover of two national pop culture giants.
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