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Samba (1965) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1965 · Film · ★ 2.5

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Released in 1965, Samba is a notable film directed by Rafael Gil, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. Singer Laura Monteiro (Montiel) is murdered by her old protector João Fernandes de Oliveira (Giachetti), who has found out her love affair with Assis (Carlos Alberto). Favela-girl Belén (also Montiel) is the look-alike who takes her place, unaware she is being used by a gang that smuggles precious stones sewn in Carnival costumes. Written by fabreu

Who’s in it. Samba stars Sara Montiel as Belén / Laura Monteiro, Marc Michel as Paulo, Fosco Giachetti as João Fernandes de Oliveira and Carlos Alberto as Assis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Samba has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Samba page.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Samba (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samba change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Samba worth watching?
Samba holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Samba?
Samba stars Sara Montiel, Marc Michel, Fosco Giachetti, Carlos Alberto and Álvaro Aguiar.
When was Samba released?
Samba was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.