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'Brazil' is a 1985 British dystopian black comedy film directed by Terry Gilliam. Set in a retro-futuristic, hyper-bureaucratic society, the narrative follows Sam Lowry, a low-level government employee who attempts to correct an administrative error that led to an innocent man's arrest. The film is heavily influenced by George Orwell's '1984' and is known for its surrealist visual style. It also became famous for a protracted battle between Gilliam and Universal Pictures over the release of the director's dark ending.
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Who directed the 1985 dystopian film Brazil?
Brazil was directed by Terry Gilliam, a former member of the Monty Python comedy troupe. The film is widely considered one of the masterpieces of his directing career.
What is the main plot of the movie Brazil?
Set in a hyper-bureaucratic, retro-futuristic society, the narrative follows Sam Lowry, a low-level government employee. He attempts to correct an administrative error that led to an innocent man's arrest and death.
Why did Terry Gilliam have a fight with the studio over the release of Brazil?
Terry Gilliam heavily battled Universal Pictures over the film's ending, specifically regarding the famous 'Love Conquers All' cut. The studio wanted a happy, straightforward ending, while Gilliam insisted on his original bleak, dystopian finale.
What does the title of the movie Brazil refer to?
The title refers to the recurring theme song 'Aquarela do Brasil,' which represents the protagonist's escapist dreams. The song perfectly contrasts the bleak, oppressive reality of the dystopian world Sam Lowry inhabits.
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