The film that launched a thousand fruit hats — Brazil's radio stars go Hollywood before Hollywood knew what hit it.
A man is looking for a radio singer named "Dulcineia." For this, he goes through the biggest hassles and problems. The plot, in fact, is an excuse for the exhibition of the musical numbers of the greatest Brazilian Radio artists.
Acting
Carmen Miranda's explosive screen debut
Production
Brazil's first major sound film production
Score
Ary Barroso and Almirante performing live
Director
João de Barro
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Brazil's first commercially successful sound film, proving the domestic market could compete with Hollywood imports.
Wallace Downey was an American producer who essentially created Brazil's studio system; this film was his proof of concept.
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