This is the film that presents the Brazilian man in his problems and aspirations.
It deals with very topical themes, such as ecology and the struggle for existence in the big cities, without ever losing a shred of hope.
Two house painters, nicknamed “Millionnaire” and ‘José Rico’, dream of becoming famous singers. Their dream comes true, they put on show after show all over the country, and each time they meet with the same popular enthusiasm, until, tired of leading this kind of existence, they give it all up and return to their home town.