Natal da Portela (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1988, Natal da Portela is a drama film directed by Paulo César Saraceni, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Biography of one of the legendary names in the Samba genre of Brazilian music. Although he could hardly dance or play an instrument, he became one of the main composers of Portela, an important Samba "school" in Rio de Janeiro.
Who’s in it. Natal da Portela stars Milton Gonçalves as Natal da Portela, Almir Guineto, Grande Otelo and Zezé Motta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Natal da Portela has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Natal da Portela page.
If you liked it. Fans of Natal da Portela tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Natal da Portela (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Natal da Portela change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Natal da Portela worth watching?
- Natal da Portela holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Natal da Portela?
- Natal da Portela stars Milton Gonçalves, Almir Guineto, Grande Otelo, Zezé Motta and Zózimo Bulbul.
- When was Natal da Portela released?
- Natal da Portela was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.