Though the film is a fantasy, many facts are based on author Oswald de Andrade's life, such as his relationships with famous painter Tarsila do Amaral (which became the character 'Branca Clara' played by Dina Sfat) and political activist Patrícia Galvão, a.k.a. Pagu (as character 'Rosa Lituana' played by Dora Pellegrino).
The famous Ballerina played by Juliana Carneiro da Cunha, based on Isadora Duncan, was originally to played by Tônia Carrero. The character "Rosa Lituana", played by Dora Pellegrino, was originally to be played by Renata Sorrah.
Writer/director Joaquim Pedro de Andrade and actors Paulo José, Grande Otelo and Dina Sfat previously collaborated in Macunaima (1969).
Juliana Carneiro da Cunha's debut.