A Brazilian historical drama set in the middle of the 19th century doesn't seem like the likeliest of candidates for an English-language dubbing and American theatrical release, but within minutes of the start of Na Garganta do Diabo (Iguassu The Devil's Throat) the reason becomes obvious: topless women. Am I being too cynical? Maybe, but the prominence of first reel breasts might have caught the attention of a keen-eyed American distributor with his eyes on the 'arthouse' circuit. As for the story, it revolves around the misadventures of four army deserters as they make themselves at home on a Paraguayan farm. Needless to say, the farmer (and his two daughters) aren't too happy to see them, and complications ensue. Taking its English title from the famous waterfalls that feature prominently in the film, Iguassu was beautifully shot by Rudolf Icsey, who also lensed the infamous Macumba Love in the same year.
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