Herança dos Devassos (1979)

"Herança dos Devassos" (1979), directed by Alfredo Sternheim, is a Brazilian film often categorized under the erotic drama genre. The story revolves around the inheritance of a fortune, focusing on the heirs, their relationships, and the complications that arise from their sexual and personal entanglements. The setting is in Brazil, and the narrative tries to weave together themes of lust, greed, and betrayal. Sandra Bréa plays one of the central characters, delivering a performance that some critics argue is one of the few highlights of the film. Her portrayal, especially in the nude scenes, is noted but doesn't save the film from its other shortcomings. Elizabeth Hartmann makes her first appearance in nude scenes in this film. Her acting is described as decent but not enough to elevate the material she is given. Other actors like Mara Prado, Paulo Villaça, and others fill out the cast, though their performances are often described as flat or uninspired.