The Heartthrob
O Galã
Synopsis
This heartfelt comedy about 2 reunited 1/2 brothers. Handsome but underemployed actor Júlio finds himself in need of a job & place to stay. Neurotic & lonely Beto is a successful soap opera writer who hasn't left his house in 8 years. When Júlio winds up on Beto's doorstep, they find themselves capable of reigniting old resentments, but also with the possibility to fulfill the other's dreams.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francisco Ramalho Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Francisco Ramalho Jr., André Catarinacho
- Original Title
- O Galã
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Miravista, Ramalho Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francisco Ramalho Jr.
Francisco Ramalho Jr., André Catarinacho
Lúcio Kodato
Manga Campion
Erica Cardoso, Francisco Ramalho Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Francisco Ramalho Jr.
Director
Francisco Ramalho Jr.
Screenplay
André Catarinacho
Screenplay
Lúcio Kodato
Director of Photography
Manga Campion
Editor
Erica Cardoso
Producer
Francisco Ramalho Jr.
Producer
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What is The Heartthrob about?
This heartfelt comedy about 2 reunited 1/2 brothers. Handsome but underemployed actor Júlio finds himself in need of a job & place to stay. Neurotic & lonely Beto is a successful soap opera writer who hasn't left his house in 8 years. When Júlio winds up on Beto's doorstep, they find themselves capable of reigniting old resentments, but also with the possibility to fulfill the other's dreams.
Who directed The Heartthrob?
The Heartthrob was directed by Francisco Ramalho Jr..
Who stars in The Heartthrob?
The principal cast of The Heartthrob includes Thiago Fragoso, Fiuk, Luiz Henrique Nogueira, Christine Fernandes, Cristina Mutarelli.
When was The Heartthrob released and how long is it?
The Heartthrob was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.