Carlota Joaquina, Princess of Brazil

Carlota Joaquina, Princess of Brazil

1995 · 100 min · PT · 6.5 (41 votes)
Dir. Carla Camurati · Starring Marieta Severo, Marco Nanini, Ludmila Dayer, Maria Fernanda, Marcos Palmeira, Beth Goulart · Music André Abujamra
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The Spanish Infanta Carlota Joaquina is promised to D. João VI at the age of 10. Forced to leave for Portugal, Carlota suffers a great disappointment when she meets her promised prince. With the death of D. José, Carlota Joaquina and D. João VI inherit the Portuguese crown. However, frightened by the French Revolution and the approach of Napoleon's army, they decide to flee to their colony: Brazil.

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A lavishly costumed, wickedly funny romp through royal absurdity. Expect sharp dialogue, over-the-top performances, and a deliciously cynical take on power, politics, and the perils of a royal wedding.

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