The Star Rises (1974)
1974 · 1h 45m · Drama
Genres: Drama
A veteran popular singer remembers her early days before fame as a humble woman who faced many obstacles in order to achieve fame, notoriety and make her dreams come true. Her life, the songs, the men she knew and helped her on her ladder to success all have a big influence on her life.
Director: Bruno Barreto
Writers: Marques Rebelo, Bruno Barreto, Isabel Câmara
Music by: Francis Hime
Cinematography: Murilo Salles
Editor: Raimundo Higino
Cast
Betty Faria as Leniza MayerOdete Lara as Dulce VeigaCarlos Eduardo Dolabella as Mário AlvesIrma Álvarez as Nair SoledadRoberto Bonfim as AstérioThaís Portinho as Neusa AbrantesVanda Lacerda as Dona ManuelaAndré José Adler as Diretor da AtlântidaWilson Grey as NegrinhoPaulo César Peréio as Dr. João OliveiraGrande Otelo as Grande OteloÁlvaro AguiarMore like this
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