Official movie poster for Brazil (1944), a comedy romance film

Brazil(1944)

The Musical Love Story of Pan-America!

5.2(12)1h 31m1944-11-30
ComedyRomanceMusic

Brazil Synopsis

Brazil is perhaps the best of the handful of US films made by singing sensation Tito Guizar. In typical screwball-comedy fashion, the plot is set in motion by authoress Nicky Henderson, who has hit the best-seller charts with her latest tome, Why Marry a Latin? While researching her next book in Rio De Janeiro, she finds out "why" when she meets handsome songwriter Miguel Soares. Upon learning about Nicky's book, Miguel decides to teach her a few lessons in the affairs of the heart. Edward Everett Horton is also on hand, twittering his way through the role of a well-meaning buttinsky. Thanks to the "Good Neighbor" policy of the 1940s, South American musicals were a glut on the market, but Brazil was good enough on its own merits to pay its way at the box office.

Brazil (1944) is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Joseph Santley, released on November 30, 1944 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Tito Guízar, Virginia Bruce, Edward Everett Horton and Robert Livingston. Viewers rate it 5.2 out of 10 across 12 ratings.

Director:
Joseph Santley
Writers:
Richard English, Laura Kerr, Frank Gill Jr.
Cinematographer:
Jack A. Marta
Production:
Republic Pictures
Status:
Released

Brazil Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 5.2/10 from 12 ratings.

CinemaSerf

6/10

American writer “Nicky” (Virginia Bruce) arrives in Brazil on a fact-finding mission for her latest novel, only it's population of men are less than impressed with the assertions of her last critique on their manhood. Luckily, her ex-boyfriend “Rod” (Robert Livingston) is the local embassy official and so he offers to be her escort and show her the sights. First stop is a dancing establishment and some elegance…

Reviewed on February 21, 2026

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Brazil – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Brazil online?

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Who stars in Brazil?

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The main cast of Brazil (1944) includes Tito Guízar, Virginia Bruce, Edward Everett Horton, Robert Livingston and Richard Lane. The film was directed by Joseph Santley. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was Brazil released?

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Brazil was released on November 30, 1944 and runs for 1h 31m.

Is Brazil worth watching?

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Brazil (1944) holds an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from 12 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.