7.4The Discovery of Brazil · 1937
The Discovery of Brazil (1937) is a History film directed by Humberto Mauro, starring Alvaro Costa, João de Deus, Manoel Rocha.
History
7.4Overview
O Descobrimento do Brasil (The Discovery of Brazil) is an impressive historical epic recreating Álvares Cabral’s voyage to the New World in 1500, with a score especially written by the renowned composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. One of the earliest examples of Brazilian cinema, this film depicts the perilous journey of Pedro Álvares Cabral’s armada from Portugal to Brazil. Though somewhat rudimentary compared to other films of the period, The Discovery of Brazil distinguishes itself with its scenes of indigenous people and Portuguese explorers on the beach, and in the imaginative lighting on board the ship. But the real star is the beautiful cantata by Villa-Lobos that permeates the film.
Cast
Alvaro Costa, João de Deus, Manoel Rocha, Alfredo Silva, Reginaldo Calmon, Arthur de Oliveira, João Silva, Arthur Castro
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What is "The Discovery of Brazil" about?
O Descobrimento do Brasil (The Discovery of Brazil) is an impressive historical epic recreating Álvares Cabral’s voyage to the New World in 1500, with a score especially written by the renowned composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos. One of the earliest examples of Brazilian cinema, this film depicts the perilous journey of Pedro Álvares Cabral’s armada from Portugal to Brazil. Though somewhat rudimentary compared to other films of the period, The Discovery of Brazil distinguishes itself with its scenes of indigenous people and Portuguese explorers on the beach, and in the imaginative lighting on board the ship. But the real star is the beautiful cantata by Villa-Lobos that permeates the film.
When was "The Discovery of Brazil" released?
The Discovery of Brazil was released in 1937.
Who stars in "The Discovery of Brazil"?
The cast includes Alvaro Costa, João de Deus, Manoel Rocha, Alfredo Silva.
