Turn It Up, It's Rock 'n' Roll (2024) | Movie

Turn It Up, It's Rock 'n' Roll movie

🎬 Title: Turn It Up, It’s Rock ‘n’ Roll / Aumenta que é Rock ‘n’ Roll

The tale of the radio that ignited Brazilian rock.

Story: This film chronicles the journey of Luiz Antônio, a clumsy radio host who unexpectedly takes over a failing radio station. Driven by his love for rock ‘n’ roll and a quirky crew, he transforms Fluminense FM into one of the most iconic radio stations in Brazilian rock history. Amidst guitar riffs and occasional signal disruptions, we follow Luiz’s ups and downs in this vibrant adventure.

⭐ Rating: 7.3 (14 votes)

📅 Release date: 2024-04-25

⏱️ Runtime: 1h 53m

🎭 Genres: Comedy, Drama

🎬 Director: Tomás Portella

✍️ Writer: L.G. Bayão

🌍 Countries: Brazil

🏢 Production companies: Globo Filmes, Luz Mágica Produções, Mistika

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👥 Cast: Johnny Massaro (Luiz Antônio Mello), Marina Provenzzano (Alice), George Sauma (Samuca (Samuel Wainer Filho)), Orã Figueiredo (Superintendente), Sílvio Guindane (Herval), Flora Diegues (Jaque), Joana Castro (Fabi), Clarice Sauma (Lucia), Luana Valentim (Natalia), Mag Pastori (Malu)

Editor’s note: *Turn It Up, It’s Rock ‘n’ Roll* (2024) offers a delightful blend of Comedy and Drama without feeling cliched. Under Tomás Portella’s skilled direction, the film maintains a consistent rhythm and establishes a vivid setting. The performances—particularly those of Johnny Massaro, Marina Provenzzano, and George Sauma—add emotional depth to the narrative. With a runtime of 1h 53m, the pacing is well-measured, and scenes rarely drag. While not without its flaws, the film’s strengths significantly overshadow them. Its tagline—“The story of the radio that sparked Brazilian rock”—accurately captures its essence. If this concept intrigues you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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