April 14, 1970

Brazil (1944) ***

A curious musical about an American writer (Virginia Bruce) and a Brazilian composer (Tito Guizar). Despite its overall mediocrity (weak acting, slow pace, cliche-ridden script, pedestrian direction), the film has a subtle and rare charm. Musical numbers include:

"Brazil" (dance) **
"Upa Upa" **
"Moonlight Fiesta" **
"Brazil" (song) *
"Hands Across The Border" *
"Rio de Janeiro" **