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Bossa Nova (2000): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Bossa Nova (2000) movie poster

Bossa Nova is a 2000 comedy drama directed by Bruno Barreto, starring Amy Irving and Antônio Fagundes. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $4.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.

IMDb rating
6.3/10
worldwide gross
$4.1M
Metascore
57
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Bossa Nova (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Bruno Barreto
Genres
Drama , Comedy , Romance
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bossa Nova About?

The premise of Bossa Nova without spoilers.

In the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, a recently divorced lawyer encounters an alluring American widow, both carrying the weight of past heartbreak. As he tries to connect with her, they navigate the complexities of love and loss against the backdrop of the city's infectious samba rhythms. Their journey reveals that finding happiness can be as intricate and beautiful as the music that defines Rio.

Bossa Nova Themes & Keywords

· 14 tags
  • american
  • teacher
  • soccer
  • internet
  • beach
  • english class
  • soccer player
  • lusophone
  • rio de janeiro brazil
  • copacabana
  • fantasy sequence
  • english teacher
+2 more
  • brazil
  • american abroad
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Cast & crew

Bossa Nova Cast

Amy Irving leads the cast, with Antônio Fagundes. Directed by Bruno Barreto.

Ratings

Bossa Nova Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Bossa Nova 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.

Box office

Bossa Nova Box Office

Bossa Nova grossed $4.1 million worldwide. $1.8 million came from the US and Canada and $2.2 million (55%) from the rest of the world.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.1M

US & Canada
$1.8M
International
$2.2M
US & Canada 45% Rest of the world 55%
Videos

Bossa Nova Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Bossa Nova.

Bossa Nova (2000) VHS Trailer
Details

Bossa Nova Also Known As

18 alternative titles, including “Per incanto o per delizia” and “Sabor da Paixão”.

Also known as
  • Per incanto o per delizia
  • Sabor da Paixão
  • 맛을 보여드립니다
  • Woman on Top : amour, piments et bossa nova
  • Las mujeres arriba
  • Chilli, sex a samba
  • Üstteki Kadın
  • Amour, piments et bossa nova
  • Terítéken a nő
  • Γυναίκα από Πάνω
  • Femeia deasupra
  • אישה על הגובה
+6 more
  • Женщина сверху
  • Жена на върха
  • Kobieta na topie
  • Mulher por Cima
  • Жінка зверху
  • 女人置上

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FAQ

Bossa Nova FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Bossa Nova, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bossa Nova?

Bossa Nova runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Bossa Nova released?

Bossa Nova was released on April 28, 2000.

Who directed Bossa Nova?

Bossa Nova was directed by Bruno Barreto.

More films by Bruno Barreto

Who is in the cast of Bossa Nova?

Bossa Nova stars Amy Irving and Antônio Fagundes.

How much did Bossa Nova make at the box office?

Bossa Nova grossed $4.1 million worldwide ($1.8 million domestic, $2.2 million international).

How is Bossa Nova rated?

Bossa Nova has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 57 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.

Does Bossa Nova have a post-credit scene?

No. Bossa Nova has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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