Taprobana (2014) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Taprobana (2014) — In this short comedy, Luis Vaz de Camoes, the greatest Portuguese renaissance poet, struggles creatively
Taprobana (2014) Storyline
In this short comedy, Luis Vaz de Camoes, the greatest Portuguese renaissance poet, struggles creatively while engaging in a hedonistic, coprophagic, and drug addled lifestyle. The film follows the poet, and his lover Dinamene, as he writes his masterpiece, the epic poem "Os Lusiadas." He travels from the cacophony of the Indic jungles, surrounded by allegorical elephants and rhyming macaques, to the frontier of Heaven and Hell, where he is confronted by his fantasy: fame and immortality.
Full Cast & Crew
- Natxo Checa as Luís Vaz de Camões
- Jani Zhao as Dinamene
- Gabriel Abrantes as Portuguese Authority
- David Lasantha as Opium Dealer
- Jõao Pedro Vale as King Philipp II
- Alexandre Melo as Petrarch
- Gonçalo Pena as Homer
- Édith Scob as L'Ambassadrice de France en Afghanistan
- Andreia Cabral
- Joana Pais de Brito as Nymph III
Why Watch Taprobana?
The Vibe: Taprobana is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2014. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.7/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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