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The Saint and the Star

1982Movie1 h 25 min

Comedy
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

A sensual, romantic comedy movie about society and show business.

Good for friends night · pure escapism · thought-provoking

Skip it if you're watching with family

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Not for scares.

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Story

Successful businessman, Paulo Chupadinha send his wife to a convent every year to really enjoy Brazil’s carnival. He meets a cabaret woman that wants to make a show in his little nd peaceful village. For that, however, she will have to seduce every important man of the city: the police chief, the priest and the mayor.

Feels like

  • Brazilian Carnival
  • Satirical Comedy
  • Showgirl Seduction
  • Political Intrigue
  • Social Commentary
  • Small Town Chaos
  • Provocative Humor
  • 1980s Brazil

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by
Luiz Rosemberg Filho
Written by
Luiz Rosemberg Filho
Produced by
Luiz Rosemberg Filho
Music by
Jards Macalé

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 1, 1982 · 1 h 25 min · Sexual Content

Released
January 1, 1982
Runtime
1 h 25 min
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Comedy
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Saint and the Star worth watching?"

Questions about The Saint and the Star

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Saint and the Star worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 6.6).

Will The Saint and the Star make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly satire (8 of 10) and slapstick (6 of 10).

Is The Saint and the Star good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Not really: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Saint and the Star in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.