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"The Dolphin"
1987
Directed by Walter Lima Jr.

An enchanting story surrounding the seductive legend of a dolphin-man called Boto. The Dolphin is a tale of power, fantasy and sensuous desire set on the beautiful beaches of northern BrazilOn nights with a full moon, a dolphin appears in the form of a handsome young man and seduces women. The local inhabitants are both at odds with and enchanted by the dolphin-man, whose presence scares away the fish, and incites the desires of the town's women and the anxieties of the men. An "Official Selection" at the Cannes International Film Festival.  With stunning photography by Pedro Farkas and a strong performance by Cassia Kiss, also starring Carlos Alberto Riccelli and Ney Latorraca.  Color. Portuguese with yellow English subtitles. 95 minutes.