Television reruns, notable dubbings with a touch of our culture, and even the circulation of DVDs (from rental shops to pirated copies) have meant that many foreign films have become more popular among Brazilian audiences.
With this in mind, below we list eight titles that are more remembered here than in other countries.
8 films more popular in Brazil than abroad
A Love to Remember (2002)
The romantic drama “Um Amor para Recordar” was all the rage in Brazil at the time of its release and is still well remembered today.
Based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks, the plot follows a rebellious boy (Shane West) who is penalized by school and must complete mandatory tasks. During this time, he becomes close to a shy and religious colleague (Mandy Moore), and a romance blossoms between them. However, a serious illness puts their love story at risk.
The White Girls (2004)

Dubbing, constant repetitions on TV and even the era of DVD piracy have made “As Branquelas” a resounding and highly identifiable success in Brazil. In this the film comes close to a comedy classic, to something that goes very far in its country of origin.
The plot follows two black brothers, FBI agents (Shawn and Marlon Wayans), who need to disguise themselves as blonde socialites.
Suddenly 30 (2004)

One of the films that marked the “Sessão da Tarde” in the 2000s, “De Repente 30” is one of the romantic comedies most loved by Brazilians.
In the plot, a teenager from the 1980s expresses the desire to turn 30, the age of success, on her birthday. The next day she wakes up in 2004, an adult and exactly that age. Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo star in the film.
Fast & Furious: Tokyo Adrift (2006)

The “Fast & Furious” franchise is very loved by Brazilians, however, “Desafio em Tokyo” is the one that best fits the theme of this list. The film performed lower than expected at the box office in the United States, being the lowest profit of the entire franchise. However, in Brazil, the film captivated audiences upon its release and is still remembered today.
In the plot, a young American (Lucas Black), involved in street fights, goes to Japan to live with his father to avoid prison. In Tokyo he discovered drift racing.
The Emperor’s New Groove (2000)

Another case of an American film where dubbing made the work more special and identifiable for Brazilians was the Disney animation “The Emperor’s New Groove.”
In the plot, the Inca emperor Kuzco is transformed into a llama by his evil former advisor, Yzma. To become human again, he counts on the help of the farmer Pacha.
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Poisonous Girl (2002)

Another comedy that won over Brazilians thanks to its screenings in the “Sessão da Tarde” is “Garota Veneno”, which in its country of origin is little seen by audiences and critics.
In the plot, a popular and selfish teenager (Rachel McAdams) switches bodies with a low-life criminal (Rob Schneider) because of the cursed earrings. Anna Faris is also in the cast.
Breaking the Rules (2008)

An action film that became extremely popular in Brazil during the era of pirated DVDs, “Quebrando Rules” struck a chord with many people who like a job with a lot of beatings.
The plot follows a teenager (Sean Faris) who, having moved to a new city, ends up entering the world of clandestine school fights. The cast also includes Amber Heard, Cam Gigandet, Djimon Hounsou and Evan Peters.
It’s Making a Stuff (2007)

The Brazilian dubbing of Tá Dando Onda is one of the main reasons for the film’s success in Brazil. Expressions like “Frio de Janeiro” and other iconic lines have become unforgettable to the public. The highlight goes to the character João Frango, voiced by Alexandre Moreno, whose performance is still remembered by fans today.
The animation parodies surfing documentaries and follows surfer penguin Cody Maverick. He leaves his home in Antarctica to compete in a major surfing tournament.
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