
Black Orpheus
The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...
Young lovers Orfeu and Eurydice run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and Orfeu's vengeful fiancée Mira and passing between moments of fantasy and stark reality. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend of Orpheus and Eurydice introduced bossa nova to the world with its soundtrack by young Brazilian composers Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Orfeu Negro
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1959-06-12
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.981/10 (216 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Dispat Films, Gemma, Tupan Filmes
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1843
- Languages: Portuguese
Cast & Crew

Breno Mello
as Orfeo

Marpessa Dawn
as Eurydice

Lourdes de Oliveira
as Mira

Léa Garcia
as Serafina

Adhemar Ferreira da Silva
as Death

Waldetar De Souza
as Chico

Alexandre Constantino
as Hermes

Jorge Dos Santos
as Benedito

Aurino Cassiano
as Zeca

Maria Alice
as Little Girl
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Trailers & Clips
Black Orpheus Orfue Negro 1959 Trailer
Orfeu Negro (1959) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Orpheus?▼
Black Orpheus is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1959-06-12.
Who are the main actors in Black Orpheus?▼
The main cast includes Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn, Lourdes de Oliveira, Léa Garcia, Adhemar Ferreira da Silva, .
Where can I watch Black Orpheus online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Black Orpheus is available.
Is Black Orpheus based on a true story?▼
The film that introduced Bossa Nova to the world...
What is the IMDb rating of Black Orpheus?▼
Black Orpheus has an IMDb rating of 6.981/10 based on 216 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Black Orpheus?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Black Orpheus?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Dispat Films, Gemma, Tupan Filmes. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Black Orpheus filmed?▼
Black Orpheus was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Black Orpheus?▼
The total runtime of Black Orpheus is 100 minutes.
Is Black Orpheus suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Black Orpheus?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Black Orpheus.
Does Black Orpheus have a post-credit scene?▼
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