The film explores Hugo's discovery of his sexuality as he is surrounded by the "girls" of the house, particularly Tamara (played by Xuxa).
: Stars Vera Fischer, Tarcísio Meira, and Xuxa Meneghel (in the role of Tamara). The Controversy Xuxa's Involvement
Amor Estranho Amor (known internationally as Love Strange Love ) is a 1982 Brazilian erotic drama directed by Walter Hugo Khouri
Beyond Vera Fischer’s award-winning performance, the film features Xuxa Meneghel
: For decades, Xuxa actively sought to block the film’s distribution to protect her public image, paying annual fees for the rights and winning injunctions to remove copies from stores. Recent Shift
Often cited as one of the most provocative and visually stunning films to emerge from Brazil in the 1980s, Amor Estranho Amor (translated as Love Strange Love ) remains a cult classic that defies easy categorization. While it is frequently remembered for its controversial subject matter, the film is, at its core, a complex psychological study of memory, obsession, and the loss of innocence.
: A 12-year-old Hugo is sent by his grandmother to live with his mother, (Vera Fischer), a high-status prostitute at the mansion. Discovery of Sexuality
Directed by Arnaldo Jabor, "Amor Estranho Amor" is a drama film that follows the life of a young woman named Vanda (played by Fernanda Abreu), whose seemingly ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes involved with a wealthy and charismatic man, Danilo (played by José Wilker). As their relationship deepens, Vanda finds herself torn between her love for Danilo and her growing feelings for his son, Mário (played by Thiago Rodrigues). This complicated love triangle serves as the foundation for a film that explores themes of love, power, and the complexities of human relationships.