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8.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6

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  1. CharlesM.
    Feb 27, 2006
    10
    This film is a visual and auditory delight, and the "life goes on" ending is absolutely beautiful.
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  2. RemyM.
    Mar 9, 2006
    2
    Grossly overated in its initial release, now the critics have another chance to fawn over this ultra boring nothing with a great theme song.
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  3. Jordan
    Apr 14, 2006
    9
    Though the plot becomes predictable at some point, the visual and aural qualities that ultimately comprise the film's world more that other elements bring joy that's difficult to brush aside. Such joy is more resilient in the end than the simple plot.
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Metascore

Universal acclaim - based on 8 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Reviewed by: Bosley Crowther
    90
    It really is not the two lovers that are the focus of interest in this film; it is the music, the movement, the storm of color that go into the two-day festival. M. Camus has done a superb job of getting the documented look not only of the overall fandango but also of the buildup of momentum the day before. (Review of Original Release)
  2. Reviewed by: Staff (Not credited)
    88
    Besides its exhilarating style, the well-acted film works as an effective translation of the classic Greek myth into a Brazilian romance. (Review of Original Release)
  3. Reviewed by: Staff (Not credited)
    80
    Pic is somewhat cerebral, being mainly helped by the fresh playing of the cast, especially Yank actress Dawn. Color is excellent, and director Marcel Camus gives this movement. (Review of Original Release)