Plot:
Our story begins with Macunaima’s miraculous birth to an old woman in a tiny jungle settlement. Born fully grown, he discovers his life’s purpose which leads him and his family and followers on a journey to the Big City. More miracles occur on the way, but Macunaima still has the heart and mind of a child. In the Big City, terrorists enlist him in their revolutionary schemes. In the Big City he learns that nuts are not always food and other hilarious life lessons.
Type: movie (Not Rated)
Original Title: Macunaíma
Directors: Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
Actors: Grande Otelo, Paulo José, Jardel Filho
Genres: Fantasy, Comedy
Runtime: 1h 35m (5700s)
Rating: 6.8 (2075)
Released on: November 30, 1968 (Brazil)
Origins: Brazil
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