Cinematheque: Brazilian Film of the 1950s
O Homem do Sputnik (The Sputnik Man, Brazil, 1959, 35mm, b/w, 98 min. subtitled); Directed by Carlos Manga
Event Details
Date
Friday, March 5, 2010
Time
9:15 p.m.
Location
Cinematheque, room 4070, Vilas Hall
Description
Atlântida films were also known for their mix of broad comedy and irreverent satire. In this political spoof, a Brazilian peasant enters into the elite class when the Sputnik satellite lands on his chicken coop and Cold war operatives try to nab it. Starring Oscarito and Cyl Farney.
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Cost
Free
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