MARGARETTE'S FEAST: Global Lens Collection

A film by Renato Falcão

80 minutes, b/w, Brazil, 2002

A modern silent masterpiece using the style and techniques of Brazil’s cinematic past, Margarette’s Feast tells an allegory of Brazil’s social struggles without words while making dazzling use of exhilarating Brazilian music. After losing his job, goodhearted but penniless Pedro comes into possession of a miraculous suitcase that never runs out of money, allowing him to throw an extravagant birthday party for his wife.

“A remarkable debut film! Recalls Chaplin in its mix of comedy and tragedy.”
– CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF ART

“Touching, funny, and engaging.” – PORTLAND MERCURY

“Superbly updates the style of silent movies to show how the spirit of Chaplin is still with us.” – INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF FILM CRITICS (FIPRESCI)

“Skillfully mimics the underlit photography and cluttered frames of silent movies, while updating the rhythm to modern tastes through editing and music.” – VARIETY

BEST MUSIC AWARD: CINE CEARA BRASIL
CANNES FILM FESTIVAL
TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL

DVD Special Features
Deleted Scenes • Director Statement • Film in Context • Discussion Guide • Director Biography

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