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Amazon Symphony
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Directed by Anelio Latini Filho
Produced by Anelio Latini Filho
Written by Anelio Latini Filho
Joaquim Ribeiro
Wilson Rodrigues
Starring Almirante
Jaime Barcellos
Sadi Cabral
Estelinha Egg
Music by Altamiro Carrilho
Homero Dornellas
Hélio Latini
Alfredo Passidomo
Scarambone
Cinematography Mário Latini
Editing by Wanda Latini
Studio Latini Estúdio
Distributed by Unida Filmes
Release date(s) January 13, 1954 (1954-01-13)
Running time 75 minutes
Country Brazil
Language Portuguese

Sinfonia Amazônica, also known as Amazon Symphony, is a special film from Brazil. It was the country's very first full-length animated movie! Anélio Latini Filho created the entire film himself. It took him five years to finish, and it was ready in 1951.

About Amazon Symphony

Amazon Symphony is unique because it combines different folk stories with beautiful orchestral music. Think of it like Disney's Fantasia, where music helps tell the story. This film brings Brazilian tales to life through animation and sound.

How the Film Was Made

Anélio Latini Filho worked on Amazon Symphony for five years. He did most of the work himself, which is amazing for a full-length animated movie. This shows his dedication and talent. The film was completed in 1951.

The Film's Story and Music

The movie features several short stories. Each story is told using orchestral music. This means the music helps set the mood and explain what is happening. It's a creative way to share traditional Brazilian folk tales.

Where to See It Now

Parts of Amazon Symphony were shown on the Brazilian television show Animania. This helped more people learn about this important film. Today, the movie is being restored. This process helps to fix old films so they can be watched and enjoyed by new generations.

Voice Cast

Many talented people lent their voices to the characters in Amazon Symphony. Here are some of them:

  • Almirante
  • Jaime Barcellos
  • Sadi Cabral
  • Estelinha Egg
  • Bartolomeu Fernandes
  • Pascoal Longo
  • Matinhos
  • Estevão Matos
  • Nero Morales
  • Antônio Nobre
  • Paulo Roberto
  • Abelardo Santos
  • José Vasconcelos
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