Remember 10 nostalgic films that were shown on SBT’s “Cinema em Casa”.

“Cinema em Casa” punctuated the daily afternoons of Brazilians at a time when the Internet was not very present and watching movies on open TVs was a common habit and the main source of entertainment.

Broadcast by SBT, the program debuted in 1988 and, from August 1991, began to be broadcast daily. The attraction included films ranging from light-hearted productions for children and youth, inspirational dramas, and even works considered inappropriate for the timeslot, such as horror and action films with scenes of violence.

A bit different from Rede Globo’s competitor “Sessão da Tarde”, which tends to feature family comedies, “Cinema em Casa” has developed its own identity, mainly due to its lean towards B-movies which often formed its programming.

After a few hiatus over the years, the program returned in March 2023, starting broadcasts on Saturdays.

How about remembering some of the most nostalgic films screened at the “Cinema em Casa”? Below, we highlight some of the most notable and filmed productions.

Available to Oldflix subscribers.

The slapstick comedy series ‘Police Academy’ is one of the first things that comes to mind when one thinks of ‘Home Theater’. The 7 films in the franchise played heavily on SBT afternoons in the 1990s and 2000s.

The series begins in 1984 with the first film, set in the fictional Police Academy, which opens the door to bumbling volunteers due to the increase in crime in the city, resulting in hilarious and chaotic situations.

One of the most popular horror films with giant monsters in the “home cinema”, is the entertaining “Alligator – The Giant Alligator”, a feature film directed by Lewis Teague and written by Frank Ray Perilli and the famous independent filmmaker John Sayles.

In the storyline, an alligator that is dumped into the Chicago sewers ends up growing gigantic from exposure to chemicals. Eventually, he starts attacking and eating people in the city.

Available to Disney+ subscribers.

One of the most filmed romantic comedies of the Home cinema“Splash – A Mermaid in My Life” tells the story of a successful businessman (Tom Hanks) who had a mysterious encounter with a mermaid in his childhood.

Without remembering the details, he finds her, years later, in human form (Daryl Hannah). They fall in love with her, however she keeps her true nature a secret from him.

Available to rent on Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV and Apple TV.

Adapted from Stephen King’s book of the same name, “Christine, the Killer Car” is directed by horror master John Carpenter and tells the story of the sick and obsessive bond between a nerd and his car, an old-fashioned automobile that he himself he restored and from which Cristina takes its name.

However, the plot takes a sinister turn when Christine develops a life of her own and acts independently. The car engages in a series of malevolent acts, stalking and killing those who pose a threat to its owner.

One of the greatest classics of “Cinema em Casa” and which marked the childhood and youth of many Brazilians in the 90s was “Lambada: A Dança Proibida”.

This American B-movie exploited the Lambada fashion, a musical genre originating in northern Brazil that became a worldwide phenomenon in the 80s and 90s. The international hit “Chorando se Foi”, by the group Kaoma, is part of the film’s soundtrack.

Available to rent on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

Another giant monster movie that was featured on SBT afternoons was ‘The Attack of the Malditos’. The long mixes terror, comedy and adventure and has a very entertaining plot and charismatic characters.

The story takes place in a small desert town, where gigantic underground creatures begin to emerge and threaten the inhabitants. Two local workers (Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward) join forces to battle these vibration sensitive creatures.

Available for rental from the Microsoft Store.

“Trocando as Bolas” is one of the most critically acclaimed comedies of the 80s. Directed by John Landis and starring Dan Aykroyd and the graceful Eddie Murphy, the film features priceless humor with acid and relentless criticism.

In the premise, a rich man (Aykroyd) and a homeless man (Murphy) swap lives as part of a bet between two millionaires.

Available to Disney+ subscribers.

“Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” is a light family comedy with sci-fi elements and full of special effects.

In the premise, a bumbling scientist (Rick Moranis) accidentally shrinks his own children and those of his neighbors to tiny size.

In this condition, the youngsters experience various adventures and face threats such as giant insects, huge drops of water or being devoured in a bowl of milk with cereal.

Available to HBOMax subscribers.

A ‘Cinema at Home’ classic, ‘Gremlins’ mixes comedy, adventure, fantasy and terror in just the right measure. With witty humor and terrifying moments, this film directed by Joe Dante is one of the most nostalgic for anyone who remembers the time they watched movies on TV in the 90s.

In the story, a young man receives an unusual Christmas present from his father: a lovable creature called a Mogwai. However, specific rules must be followed to take care of it. It’s no surprise to him that the rules are broken and the Mogwai give birth to mischievous and destructive creatures called Gremlins.

Available to Telecine subscribers.

Another memorable horror film that aired on SBT afternoons, ‘An American Werewolf in London’ has critical humor and impressive special effects. It’s impossible not to be impressed by the unforgettable werewolf transformation scene.

Directed by John Landis, the film tells the story of two young Americans who are attacked by a werewolf during a trip to England. One of them dies, while the other survives and begins to undergo strange transformations in his body.

The post Remember 10 nostalgic films screened on SBT’s “Cinema em Casa” first appeared on Olhar Digital.

Source: Olhar Digital

Rose

Rose James is a Gossipify movie and series reviewer known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the latest releases. With a background in film studies, she provides engaging and informative reviews, and keeps readers up to date with industry trends and emerging talents.