At the beginning of the 90sBrazil witnessed the explosive emergence of a band that won hearts and left a huge mark on the history of Brazilian music: Mamonas Assassinas.
With their irreverence, humorous lyrics and mix of different musical styles, the five members, Dinho, Júlio, Bento, Sérgio and Samuel, quickly captivated fans of all ages.
The band and a tragic fate
The only album released by bandself-titled, in 1995, was a huge success. Songs like ‘Pelados em Santos’, ‘Vira-Vira’ and ‘Robocop Gay’ became undisputed anthems of Brazilian pop culture.
The meteoric trajectory of ‘Mamonas Assassinas’ was abruptly interrupted on March 2, 1996, when the group suffered a tragic plane crash that took the lives of all its members.
Members of the band Mamonas Assassinas. – Image: CinePop/Reproduction
The news of the band members’ deaths left a legion of fans in mourning, marking a dark chapter in national music. Brazil had lost not only a band, but a cultural phenomenon that transcended borders.
The movie about Mamonas Assassinas
In December 2023, fans will have the opportunity to relive the incredible journey of the ‘Mamonas Assassinas’ on the big screen, through the highly anticipated film ‘Killer Castor Beans: The Movie’.
Unlike other previous approaches, the film will not focus on the tragedy of death, but rather on the realization of the band members’ shared dream of becoming icons of Brazilian rock.
In theaters
Set to be released on December 28, the film features a fabulous cast to bring the charismatic members to life.
Ruy Brissac takes on the role of Dinho, Robson Lima plays Júlio, Alberto Hinoto represents Bento, Rhener Freitas is Sérgio and Adriano Tunes plays Samuel.
The production promises to be a celebration of music and friendship, capturing the vibrant essence of Mamonas Assassinas.
‘Mamonas Assassinas: O Filme’ is a tribute to the five talented young people who, despite having left too soon, left an eternal legacy in the hearts of Brazilian fans.
The film promises to reignite the band’s passion for music and celebrate the infectious joy they brought to the country.
