Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria

Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria

2003 · 118 min · ★ 7.3 · Music, Comedy, Drama

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.

Directed by Hugo Carvana · Written by Joaquim Assis

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