This movie is a bizarre cult classic. It takes place in Brazil (circa '59). It's during carnival in Rio. The movie gets weird when death shows up and voodoo rituals take place. Great Soundtrack!
This review of Black Orpheus (1959) was written by The Beautiful One on 04 Jul 2008.
Black Orpheus has generally received very positive reviews.
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