A Confused School: The Best Worst Movie of the Afternoon Session

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, youth films set in American schools and colleges—often featuring comical characters—were popular. While these movies remain classics, their depiction of American high schools had little to do with the reality of Brazilian schools. Even Brazilian-made high school movies seemed to emulate the Hollywood style.

A Confused School, a Brazilian film about a chaotic private school, features a cast that includes Os Trapalhões (with Didi), Mussum, and Zacarias in his final movie role, along with Angelica, Fafy Siqueira, the group Thumb Boys (with Rafael Ilha), Selton Mello, Gugu Liberato, and Supla. While the film attempts comedy, it often falls short. However, Supla’s performance—with his exaggerated accent, tattered clothing, punk accessories, and rebellious attitude—frequently generates unintentional humor. Ultimately, some critics view A Confused School as an anthropological artifact, capturing the idealized version of youth promoted by television rather than an accurate portrayal.

A Confused School centers on the melodramatic romance between Tami (Angelica) and Carlão (Supla), who engage in a constant cycle of love and hate. Their relationship fluctuates between antagonism and affection, with only minimal displays of genuine connection. For viewers interested in a comedic portrayal of teenage relationships, A Confused School offers an opportunity to laugh with friends at the film’s exaggerated depiction of adolescence, led by Supla.

Released in 1990, A Cranky School (Uma Escola Atrapalhada) is set in a private school filled with spoiled teenagers and questionable staff. While attempting to emulate Hollywood teen films, it incorporates common elements of Brazilian cinema, such as musical performances, product placement, and cameos by television stars. Led by the comedic Supla, the film relies on familiar tropes about love and pregnancy. Grupo Polegar’s performance earns them a trip to Aruba, concluding with their appearance in a Varig (or Vasp) advertisement. A Cranky School may appeal to viewers seeking lighthearted, if somewhat predictable, entertainment.

A Chaotic High School Comedy with Supla – Available on Amazon Prime Video

Availability may vary, but A School in Chaos (Uma Escola Atrapalhada) is currently available on Amazon’s Prime Video. Anyone interested in watching this Brazilian comedy, featuring Supla of Os Trapalhões in a chaotic high school setting, should check it out soon.

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