---
title: "Absolutely Right"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/absolutely-right-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 194765
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Absolutely Right (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/absolutely-right-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Absolutely Right is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Cinedistri. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A town's phonebook wizard enters a TV game, while schemers plot to exploit him."

### Why Watch
- Unique premise blending comedy, romance, and suspense
- Sharp satire of betting culture
- Period charm of 1950s cinema

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing can feel uneven
- Some humor feels dated
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for general audiences; lighthearted with mild suspense and period humor.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedic, romantic, thrilling, satirical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Anselmo Duarte
- **Networks / Studios**: Cinedistri

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anselmo Duarte** as *Zé do Lino*
- **Dercy Gonçalves** as *Dona Bela (a sogra)*
- **Odete Lara** as *Odete*
- **Aurélio Teixeira** as *Raul*
- **Maria Dilnah** as *Gina (a noiva)*
- **José Policena** as *Pai de Zé do Lino*
- **Luiz Orioni** as *Aurélio*
- **Jaime Barcellos** as *Capanga*
- **Fregolente** as *Pai de Raul*
- **Carlos Costa** as *Toneco*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What skill does the protagonist have?
He has memorized his town's entire telephone directory.

### Q: What does he try his luck at?
He enters a television game show.

### Q: Who opposes him?
A small group that controls local betting seeks to exploit his simplicity.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as comedy, romance, and thriller.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Absolutely Right — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/194765)

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