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Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria (2003)

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Apolônio Brasil was a pianist at a famous nightclub in Rio de Janeiro, from the 1950s until his untimely death. Quite a character, Apolônio was loved by women and idolized by his audience and friends. His contagious joy attracts the attention of American scientist Dr. Boris Lewitsky, who comes to Brazil in order to interview Apolônio's close friends and make them a most unusual offer concerning the remains of the late musician.

Release Date
August 21, 2003
Runtime
1h 58m
Rating
7.3/10 (3 votes)

Director: Hugo Carvana

Cast: Marco Nanini, Louise Cardoso, Antônio Pitanga, Marcos Paulo, Sylvia Bandeira, Alessandra Verney, Caio Junqueira, Lu Grimaldi

Production: RioFilme, MAC Produções
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Full Cast (25 people)

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Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria

Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria

7.3
118 min

Apolônio Brasil was a pianist at a famous nightclub in Rio de Janeiro, from the 1950s until his untimely death. Quite a character, Apolônio was loved by women and idolized by his audience and friends. His contagious joy attracts the attention of American scientist Dr. Boris Lewitsky, who comes to Brazil in order to interview Apolônio's close friends and make them a most unusual offer concerning the remains of the late musician.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguagePortuguese
Release Date8/21/2003
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Cast

Marco Nanini

as Apolônio Brasil

Louise Cardoso

as Milu

Antônio Pitanga

as Coice

Marcos Paulo

as Paulo Antonio

Sylvia Bandeira

as D. Guiomar

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Alessandra Verney

as Tânia

Caio Junqueira

as Young Apolônio Brasil

Lu Grimaldi

as D. Neném

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria about?

Apolônio Brasil was a pianist at a famous nightclub in Rio de Janeiro, from the 1950s until his untimely death. Quite a character, Apolônio was loved by women and idolized by his audience and friends.…

How long is Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria?

1h 58m

When was Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria released?

August 21, 2003

Who directed Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria?

Hugo Carvana

Who stars in Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria?

Marco Nanini, Louise Cardoso, Antônio Pitanga

What genre is Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria?

Music, Comedy, Drama