Apolônio Brasil, Campeão da Alegria

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.

Director

Hugo Carvana

Writers

Joaquim Assis, Denise Bandeira, Hugo Carvana, Mauro Wilson

Released

August 21, 2003

Language

Portuguese