Rich in Love
A sun-drenched Brazilian romantic comedy where the weight of inherited wealth clashes with the pursuit of authentic love, using a humble tomato to symbolize the messy, organic growth of finding one's true self.
Rich in Love
Rich in Love

Ricos de Amor

30 April 2020 Brazil 104 min ⭐ 7.7 (630)
Director: Bruno Garotti
Cast: Danilo Mesquita, Giovanna Lancellotti, Jaffar Bambirra, Lellê, Ernani Moraes
Comedy Romance
Privilege and Social Inequality Deception vs. Authenticity Meritocracy and Independence Coming of Age

Rich in Love - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Teto

Danilo Mesquita

Archetype: The Hero / Spoiled Heir
Key Trait: Charismatic but naive

Motivation

Initially, to win Paula's affection by pretending to be poor. Later, it evolves into a genuine desire to prove his intrinsic worth and build something independently.

Character Arc

Teto transitions from an arrogant, immature playboy who uses his wealth to solve all problems, into a grounded, self-aware entrepreneur who values honesty and hard work.

Paula

Giovanna Lancellotti

Archetype: The Independent Idealist
Key Trait: Principled and driven

Motivation

To forge a successful medical career on her own terms and advocate for social equality, rejecting the advances of privileged, arrogant men.

Character Arc

Paula remains steadfast in her morals throughout the film. She refuses to compromise her values for wealthy men, ultimately fulfilling her dream of doing volunteer medical work in the Amazon before returning to a matured Teto.

Igor

Jaffar Bambirra

Archetype: The Loyal Best Friend
Key Trait: Hardworking and loyal

Motivation

To make a decent living and support his friend, which eventually shifts to securing his own happiness and professional recognition.

Character Arc

Starting as a subservient employee living in Teto's shadow, Igor gradually gains confidence, recognizes his own professional worth, and steps into his own power by demanding fair treatment and finding love.

Teodoro

Ernani Moraes

Archetype: The Mentor / Stern Father
Key Trait: Demanding but loving

Motivation

To ensure his massive agricultural legacy is left in capable, responsible hands by teaching his son the value of hard work.

Character Arc

Teodoro begins as a frustrated father trying to force responsibility onto his son. By the end, he transforms into a proud supporter, deeply impressed by Teto's independent entrepreneurial success.

Cast

Danilo Mesquita as Teto
Giovanna Lancellotti as Paula
Jaffar Bambirra as Igor
Lellê as Monique
Ernani Moraes as Teodoro
Bruna Griphao as Raissa
Jeniffer Dias as Katia
Fernanda Paes Leme as Alana
Caio Paduan as Dr. Victor
Marcos Oliveira as Francisco
Gillray Coutinho as Célio
Juliana Xavier as Ana
Sylbeth Soriano as Rose
Júlio Uchoa as Vendedor de Carro Paty
Marcelo Basbus as Policial Homem Paty