Black Orpheus
Orfeu Negro
“The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...”
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Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
Cast
Breno Mello
as Orfeo
Marpessa Dawn
as Eurydice
Lourdes de Oliveira
as Mira
Léa Garcia
as Serafina
Adhemar Ferreira da Silva
as Death
Waldetar De Souza
as Chico
Alexandre Constantino
as Hermes
Jorge Dos Santos
as Benedito
Aurino Cassiano
as Zeca
Maria Alice
as Little Girl
Marcel Camus
as Ernesto
Fausto Guerzoni
as Fausto
Thereza Santos
as
Zeni Pereira
as
Elizeth Cardoso
as
Cartola
as
Dona Zica
as
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About Black Orpheus
“The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...”
Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim. Running 100 minutes.
Black Orpheus Cast and Characters
The cast features Breno Mello (as Orfeo), Marpessa Dawn (as Eurydice), Lourdes de Oliveira (as Mira), Léa Garcia (as Serafina), and Adhemar Ferreira da Silva (as Death). Their performances are a major reason Black Orpheus has built such a passionate audience.
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Black Orpheus flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy Portuguese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Black Orpheus?
Black Orpheus runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Black Orpheus good? What's the rating?
Black Orpheus holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 237 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Black Orpheus?
The main cast includes Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn, Lourdes de Oliveira, and Léa Garcia, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Black Orpheus available in Portuguese?
Yes — Black Orpheus was originally produced in Portuguese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Black Orpheus released?
Black Orpheus was released in 1959.
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Where can I watch Black Orpheus for free?
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What is Black Orpheus about?
Black Orpheus is a Drama/Romance film. Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
When was Black Orpheus released?
Black Orpheus was released on June 12, 1959. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Dispat Films.
Who stars in Black Orpheus?
Black Orpheus stars Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn, Lourdes de Oliveira and Léa Garcia. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Black Orpheus available in HD?
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