Fans of cult oddities, Vera Fischer completists, and anyone who likes movies that make them feel deeply unsettled.
Story and structure
The 1982 Brazilian film Amor Estranho Amor (English title: Love Strange Love ) is an erotic crime drama written and directed by Walter Hugo Khouri Fans of cult oddities, Vera Fischer completists, and
Visually, the film is a masterclass in mood. Khouri uses the sprawling, opulent setting of the brothel to create a sense of isolation and decadence. The cinematography utilizes soft lighting and long, lingering shots to emphasize the child’s perspective—watching a world he does not yet fully understand through keyholes and cracked doors. It is less a traditional narrative and more a sensory experience, prioritizing feeling and atmosphere over a fast-paced plot. English-dubbed versions are frequently noted for their poor
: Despite the restrictions in Brazil, the film was released on DVD in the United States around 2005. English-dubbed versions are frequently noted for their poor quality, described by some reviewers as "atrocious". described by some reviewers as "atrocious".