613 Brazilian Films to Watch Now

Mauá - O Imperador e o Rei

1999 • 132 min

This film tells the story of Irineu Evangelista de Souza, a Brazilian entrepreneur who, in 1867, rivaled America's wealthiest man, Rockefeller. At that time, de Souza possessed $155,000 contos de reis, exceeding the entire annual budget of the Brazilian government,…

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Punks de São Paulo

1983 • 35 min

This documentary explores the punk subculture of São Paulo, detailing their challenges, struggles, and core beliefs. It highlights the central role of music in shaping their ideology, featuring interviews and footage from performances by influential bands such as Ratos de…

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Felicidade É...

1995 • 72 min

Four directors explore the idea of happiness through their distinct stories.

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Hidden City

1986 • 70 min

Released from prison after seven years, Anjo reconnects with his old partner, who now leads a criminal empire. Anjo becomes involved with the notorious underworld figure, Shirley Sombra, and clashes with a dishonest police officer.

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Black God, White Devil

1964 • 120 min • Box office $3K

Adventure, Western, Drama

Manuel and Rosa flee into the sertão, the harsh, remote region of Northern Brazil, after an unforeseen act of violence involving their employer. There, battling to survive, they face a series of menacing figures who exert a growing influence over…

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Infinita Tropicália

1986 • 36 min

Tropicália was a Brazilian cultural movement active from 1967 to 1968, influenced by Oswald de Andrade's ideas about absorbing other cultures, pop art, and concrete poetry. Twenty years later, this film looks back at the movement, suggesting that Tropicalismo remains…

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The Bandit

1953 • 105 min

During the "cangaceiro" era in northeastern Brazil, Captain Galdino Ferreira and his men kidnap schoolteacher Olívia, planning to demand a ransom. But one of the captain's men, Teodoro, falls in love with her and escapes with her into the harsh…

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The Quartet

1995 • 110 min

Drama, Romance

The film follows two immigrant couples as they strive to build lives in a new country. Teresa and Angelo, and Pierina and Massimo, each encounter different obstacles while seeking new possibilities. Amidst these difficulties, Massimo and Teresa unexpectedly develop a…

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Delirious Saturdays

1979 • 100 min

Inside a nightclub in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone, a vibrant new world unfolds from Friday night through Sunday morning. The film explores the emotions and conflicts of several characters who use the dance floor as a place to express…

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Paradise Lost

2018 • 110 min

Drama, Music, Romance

Haunted by loss and feeling out of place, José's unusual family strives for happiness within Paraíso Perdido, a nightclub frozen in time. There, they perform beloved romantic songs.

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Midnight

1998 • 75 min

As the year 1999 ends on December 31st, a fugitive and a disheartened teacher unexpectedly cross paths, coinciding with the hopeful arrival of the new millennium.

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Legalize it!

2017 • 95 min

Drama

Rio de Janeiro, 1980s. Marcelo and Skunk hustle selling t-shirts and cassette tapes in the city center, fighting for a place in a society that dismisses their dreams. They persevere and become Planet Hemp, one of Brazil's most famous bands.…

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Buddies

2013 • 94 min • Budget $2M

Drama, Comedy, Adventure

This road movie offers a poetic look at everyday life through the eyes of three young adults with Down syndrome who are passionate about film and work at the video library of their institution. Inspired by "Thelma & Louise," they…

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Mafioso

1962 • 105 min

Crime, Drama, Comedy

A compassionate factory manager from Milan returns to his Sicilian hometown and discovers an old family obligation requiring him to complete a difficult task. Back in his native land, he reconnects with family and friends, becoming entangled in a complicated…

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The Woman of Everyone

1969 • 93 min

Angela Meat and Bone is a young woman with a strong sexual appetite who lives among a group of troubled individuals. She holds a powerful, seductive influence over them, dominating them with her erotic energy.

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Copacabana Mon Amour

1970 • 85 min

Sônia and her brother, who is gay, are both convinced by their mother to be possessed. Sônia makes a living as a street prostitute in Copacabana, while her brother works as a servant and becomes deeply infatuated with his employer.

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Restless Love

2016 • 102 min

In São Paulo, best friends Julia, Micaela, and Diego are navigating their thirties without the tools for adulthood. Julia ignores the red flags with her boyfriend, but her world changes when she discovers she's pregnant. Diego, struggling with emotional issues,…

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Saravah

1969 • 100 min

This documentary offers a rare glimpse into Brazilian music around 1969. It features previously unseen footage, including the sole color footage of Pixinguinha, images of João da Baiana, a pivotal figure in Samba's history, Maria Bethânia rehearsing at the Barroco…

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Aruanda

1960 • 20 min

This is the true story of Quilombo Olho d'Água, a runaway slave community in the Brazilian state of Paraíba that became isolated from the rest of the country. Quilombos were settlements formed by enslaved people who escaped from slavery during…

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Cat Skin

1962 • 15 min

In the weeks leading up to Carnival, impoverished boys in the slums hunt stray cats for their leather. This leather is then used to make percussion instruments like the Tamborim, a small drum essential to the Samba rhythm.

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Road to Crime

1954 • 66 min

In São Paulo, young Sergio works at a bank headed by his wealthy uncle. Using his uncle's influence to get loans, Sergio enjoys a lavish lifestyle, spending time in nightclubs and with Margo, a glamorous performer. When his uncle denies…

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The Clown

2011 • 90 min

Comedy, Drama

Puro Sangue e Pangaré is the story of a father and son who run a circus together, with both performing as clowns. At one point, Pangaré begins to express weariness and unhappiness with his life as a clown.

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Coffee Stains

2014 • 90 min

A photographer journeys to São Paulo for his debut exhibition and chooses to reside in the home of his former girlfriend, who is now married.

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Samba of the Creation of the World

1979 • 83 min

Three African princesses recount the creation of the Earth by Olorum, the supreme god, as understood within the Nagô tradition.

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Laerte-se

2017 • 100 min

Documentary

This film follows Laerte as he explores ideas and societal prejudices by reimagining the body in feminine terms. He isn't searching for a fixed identity, but rather for what lies beyond definitions. Laerte creates fictional characters – creatures sent into…

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Muito Prazer

1979 • 94 min

Three architects and three street children, representing very different worlds, find their lives unexpectedly intersecting as they each fight to survive.

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The Year My Parents Went on Vacation

2006 • 103 min

Drama

In 1970, a young boy finds himself alone in a Jewish neighborhood in Brazil, a time marked by both the excitement of the World Cup and the oppressive reality of a dictatorship.

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Ex-Shaman

2018 • 81 min

Since first encountering the Western world in 1969, the Paiter Suruí, an Amazonian indigenous people, have faced rapid social changes. Modern conveniences like smartphones, fuel, electricity, medicine, weapons, and social media have largely replaced their traditional way of life. The…

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Freak Night Fever in São Paulo

2012 • 95 min

This documentary follows the vibrant, non-stop nightlife of São Paulo. It's a journey through parties, music, fashion, social connections, romance, and political life – all experienced within the sprawling city itself.

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After Eight... Forever

1987 • 92 min

To escape her past and find happiness, Tereza embarks on a series of affairs.

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The Silence of Men

2019 • 60 min

This film is part of a project that gathered input from over 40,000 people about masculinity. The project's findings were compiled into a documentary and a guidebook, made publicly available through an agreement with the Social Information Consortium (CIS) at…

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Moro no Brasil

2002 • 105 min

Moro No Brasil, a documentary by Mika Kaurismaki, presents a look at Brazilian culture through performances by diverse Brazilian musicians like Silberio Pessoa, Darue Malungo, and Antonio Nobrega, alongside interviews with everyday Brazilians. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

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Redbelt

2008 • 99 min • Budget $7M

Drama

Mike Terry is a martial artist who avoids competitions, believing they diminish true fighting skill. When he rescues a renowned action star from a violent attack, Mike lands a job in the film industry. However, he soon faces a conflict…

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A Wild Patience Has Taken Me Here

2021 • 26 min

Vange, a solitary biker, becomes drawn to the connection and independence of four women. She joins them for a weekend where they discuss lesbian experiences and culture, and a shared affection slowly develops between them all.

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Stolen Dreams

2009 • 85 min

Drama

Jessica, Sabrina, and Daiane are young women living in a poor neighborhood on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. They turn to prostitution to survive and fulfill their desires. Despite facing constant uncertainty and a lack of hope, they hold…

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What Is It Worth?

2005 • 110 min

This film is a free adaptation of Machado de Assis's short story "Pai Contra Mãe," drawing inspiration from Nireu Cavalcanti's 18th-century chronicles. It explores connections between life during the era of slavery and contemporary Brazil.

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Joaquim

2017 • 97 min

Brazil, 18th century. As gold production dwindles, Portugal's rule over the colony becomes increasingly oppressive and corrupt. Joaquim, a skilled soldier known for capturing gold smugglers, is on the verge of a promotion. He accepts a dangerous mission to find…

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Kid

2015 • 77 min

Inspired by Jorge Luis Borges' "The Disinterested Killer," Garoto tells the story of a young couple who enter a magical realm and experience a passionate and transformative journey.

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Vazante

2017 • 116 min

In Brazil, 1821, Antonio, a wealthy cattle rancher, returns home to discover his wife has died during childbirth. He remains at the estate, where he lives among many African slaves, and marries his wife’s niece. However, restless and yearning for…

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Na Ponta da Faca

1977 • 90 min

A migrant from Northeast Brazil arrives in Rio de Janeiro and encounters a prostitute.

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Blindness

2008 • 121 min • Budget $25M • Box office $19M

Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction

A sudden plague causes widespread blindness in a city. A small group of those affected unite to navigate the harsh realities of their enforced quarantine and ultimately overcome it.

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Time and the Wind

2013 • 127 min

Drama, History, War

Time and the Wind, adapted from Érico Verissimo's trilogy, chronicles 150 years of conflict between the Terra Cambará and Amaral families. Their rivalry, originating in the early missions, extends to the end of the 19th century. The story unfolds against…

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Stray Dog

2007 • 82 min

In Porto Alegre, Ciro, an unemployed man living a quiet life with a stray dog he found, is financially supported by his parents and occasionally works translating Russian. He falls in love with Marcela, an aspiring actress who dreams of…

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The Heirs

1970 • 110 min

In 1946 Brazil, amidst political upheaval, Jorge, a driven journalist, marries into wealth and compromises his principles by betraying his colleagues as he ascends to power as a prominent politician.

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O Velho Guerreiro Não Morrerá - O Cangaceiro de Lima Barreto 50 Anos Depois

2011

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Big Jet

2015 • 97 min

Francisco spends his days traveling with his father, who drives a large pickup truck cleaning the city's sewers. While his father works, Francisco is drawn to the ideas of his uncle, an artist who embraces libertarian and anarchist philosophies. Experiencing…

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Tattoo

2013 • 110 min

Drama

Paulete, a celebrated performer with a bold theater company, is visited by his brother-in-law, Fininha, a young soldier. A passionate connection develops between them, forcing Fininha to navigate the intense restrictions of the Brazilian military dictatorship.

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A Madona de Cedro

1968 • 110 min

In Congonhas do Campo, a historic Brazilian town, Delfino, a reserved man, is persuaded by a friend to steal the 18th-century Cedar Madonna sculpture by Aleijadinho from the local sanctuary.

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I Remember

2006 • 111 min

This film follows Guiga through his formative years in a quiet city in Salvador, Bahia, from the 1950s to the 1970s. We see his family, his circle of friends and relatives, his hopes and anxieties, and the everyday realities of…

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Mulheres: Uma Outra História

1988 • 35 min

Set during Brazil's return to democracy after a long dictatorship, "Women: Another Story" explores women's involvement in Brazilian politics. The film features interviews with 23 women who were newly elected to the Constituent Assembly and successfully advocated for some of…

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The Beheading Game

2013 • 96 min

Leandro, feeling unfulfilled in his work, focuses his master's thesis on the military dictatorship in Brazil. This leads him to investigate the controversial film *The Beheading Game* by the recently deceased artist Jairo Mendes, a film that was censored by…

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Boca

2010 • 100 min

Based on his own story, the film follows Hiroito, known as the King of Boca do Lixo, a vibrant but rough district in 1950s São Paulo filled with nightclubs, bars, and other nightlife. Hiroito, a privileged young man, is accused…

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The Man of The Sputnik

1959 • 98 min

A mysterious object, possibly the Soviet satellite Sputnik, crashes into a hillbilly's chicken coop.

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13 Weird Stories

2015 • 123 min

This collection features 13 unsettling horror stories from independent filmmakers in Southern Brazil. Exploring themes of ghosts, serial killers, and demons, these films present uniquely strange and disturbing narratives.

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Cristo de Lama

1967 • 92 min

This is the story of Antônio Francisco Lisboa, a renowned Brazilian sculptor and architect who lived in the 17th century and became known as "Aleijadinho."

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O Marginal

1974 • 105 min

Valdo escapes the orphanage and quickly becomes a dangerous criminal. He's not content with small-time theft; he wants more. When he falls for Beth, another young criminal, Valdo realizes he can get rich very quickly.

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Me, You, Them

2000 • 106 min • Budget $1M • Box office $560K

Drama, Romance

This is a true story about an everyday woman and her three husbands. They all share a house in a poor, dry village in northeastern Brazil. The film humorously explores their dynamic.

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Mentiras Sinceras

2011 • 75 min

The film explores the blurring lines between reality and performance, focusing on a stage actor's experience during the production of Sam Shepard's play, 'Mente Mentira'. It examines the actor's role within the play's framework and the process of bringing Shepard's…

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The Story of Me

2009 • 106 min

This film is based on the life of Roberto Carlos Ramos, a Brazilian teacher and storyteller who grew up in a state-run school for disadvantaged children.

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At Midnight I'll Take Your Soul

1964 • 83 min

Horror, Thriller, Fantasy

In a quiet Brazilian village, Zé do Caixão, known as "Zé from the Coffin," is an undertaker. He is married but dreams of having a child with special abilities, a wish he can't fulfill because his wife is infertile. Deeply…

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This Night I'll Possess Your Corpse

1967 • 108 min

Horror, Thriller, Fantasy

In a close-knit town, Zé do Caixão, the unusual undertaker, returns with a renewed intensity, driven by a relentless search for the ideal partner. His pursuit leaves a path of fear. He is joined in this mission by his hunchbacked…

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The Tenants

2009 • 103 min

Valter's quiet life is disrupted when a group of petty criminals move into the apartment next door. His wife, Iara, wants him to address the neighbors' disruptive nightly activities that are keeping them awake. Valter, however, simply wants to be…

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Um Homem Célebre

1974 • 90 min

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Music for Bleeding Hearts

2019 • 102 min

In modern-day São Paulo, the lives of three young people are on the verge of changing. Ricardo is in a relationship but attracted to a new colleague. Isabella is separating from both her boyfriend and her close friend, Ricardo. And…

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Two Sons of Francisco

2005 • 132 min

Drama, History, Music

Francisco is a humble, impoverished man with a heartfelt ambition: to see his children achieve fame as country music stars. He dedicates himself entirely to making that dream a reality.

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The Amulet of Ogum

1974 • 112 min

A well-known folk singer tells the story of a boy who seems to become bulletproof after his mother gives him an amulet blessed by the warrior god Ogum. As he grows older, he becomes a key member of a mob's…

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O Grande Momento

1958 • 80 min

On his wedding day, a young man from an immigrant family encounters unexpected financial difficulties in securing the funds for the final preparations. His family works tirelessly, selling their possessions and purchasing everything needed to ensure a memorable celebration.

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Paris Je T'aime

2006 • 120 min • Budget $13M • Box office $17M

Drama, Romance

Twenty acclaimed directors, including Olivier Assayas, Gus Van Sant, Wes Craven, and Alfonso Cuarón, offer eighteen stories exploring various facets of Parisian life. The drama features a diverse cast of characters, including a mime couple, a man torn between his…

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Heleno

2011 • 116 min

Drama, History

José Henrique Fonseca delivers a sweeping, long-awaited tribute to a key figure in Brazil's 20th-century history. This biopic, styled after film noir, recounts the dazzling yet ultimately tragic life of football legend Heleno de Freitas. The elegant black and white…

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Rio, I Love You

2014 • 110 min

Rio, I Love You, the third installment in the Cities of Love series, is an anthology film featuring ten directors from around the world. Each segment tells a story of love unfolding in a different neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro,…

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The Angel Was Born

1969 • 64 min

Santamaria and Urtigo are two bandits fleeing from the law – one white, one Black. Santamaria is a mystical visionary who believes a purifying angel is about to appear. Urtigo, his loyal companion, is a straightforward and resourceful man who…

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The Xango from Baker Street

2001 • 124 min • Budget $1 • Box office $410

Mystery, Comedy, Crime

Rio de Janeiro, 1886. A valuable Stradivarius violin, a gift for Emperor Dom Pedro II, is stolen. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are brought in to investigate.

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The Hour and Turn of Augusto Matraga

1965 • 114 min

Augusto Matraga, a violent farmer, is betrayed by his wife and falls into the hands of enemies who leave him for dead. He is rescued and nursed back to health by a kind couple of small farmers. Their influence sparks…

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The Wedding

1976 • 96 min

The night before her wedding, Glorinha reflects on her past, revealing the hidden darkness beneath the seemingly perfect life of the upper class: injustice, sexual abuse, infidelity, and crime.

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Father’s Chair

2012 • 93 min

Drama

Theo enjoys a comfortable life in a wealthy Brazilian neighborhood as a doctor, husband, and father. But his dedication to his career has strained his family relationships, and he begins to see his world unravel. His mentor, like a father…

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In the Heart of the World

2019 • 120 min

In the Brazilian city of Contagem, people long for a better future. Selma, in particular, dreams of finding that perfect place – a heart of the world where she can finally be happy, no matter where it may be.

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The Man Who Couldn't Sleep

2012 • 99 min

Five people in a quiet town share the same nightmare. The arrival of a visitor disrupts their ordinary lives, pulling them into unexpected circumstances. The experience forces each person to confront hidden truths, exposing hypocrisy, fears, and illnesses. This compels…

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O Cangaceiro

1997 • 120 min

This is a remake of Brazil's first internationally successful film. Like the original, this movie tells the fictional story of the "cangaceiros," bandits who terrorized towns across Northeastern Brazil in the 1930s. The outlaws are led by Captain Galdino and…

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Amor e Desamor

1966 • 90 min

In newly built Brasília, a man and a woman connect and begin an affair. They establish a life together in his home, experiencing an intense and personal story shaped by complex intellectual, moral, and sensual challenges.

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The Priest and the Girl

1966 • 90 min

A young priest's arrival disrupts the quiet, traditional life of a small town in Minas Gerais. His growing attraction to a beautiful local woman ignites a passionate and forbidden romance.

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Force of the Senses

1978 • 100 min

Seeking solitude to work on his next novel, a writer relocates to a remote beach house. He slowly becomes drawn into the lives of his peculiar new neighbors.

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Bus 174

2002 • 118 min • Box office $217K

Documentary, Crime

This documentary recounts the events of June 12th, 2000, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, when a young man hijacked bus 174, threatening to harm the passengers. The incident, broadcast live across Brazilian television, became a deeply disturbing portrayal of violence…

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Carandiru

2003 • 145 min • Budget $3M • Box office $10M

Drama

A doctor launches an AIDS prevention program within Brazil's largest prison, Carandiru. He encounters the inmates who will become victims of a horrific massacre: in 1992, the São Paulo Military Police killed 111 people under the guise of maintaining order.…

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Complexo: Parallel Universe

2011 • 80 min

Thirteen kilometers from Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, two Portuguese men venture into Brazil's most feared favela, the Complexo do Alemão, home to over 300,000 people. In 2007, during a period of intense tension and violence in Rio,…

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My Own Private Hell

2019 • 81 min

Deusimar owns Inferninho, a dimly lit bar where people seek escape. She longs to leave it all behind and travel to a faraway place. Her life, and the lives of her employees – Luizianne, the singer; Rabbit, the waiter; and…

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Cidade Ameaçada

1960 • 104 min

This true story follows Promessinha, a notorious Brazilian outlaw who became one of the most infamous criminals of his era. The film details his crimes and brutality, culminating in his death during a confrontation with the police.

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Também Somos Irmãos

1949 • 88 min

Renato and Miro are Black brothers raised by a white family in a historic mansion in Rio de Janeiro. Renato, a lawyer, has always sought respectability, achieving success through his integrity and desire for social acceptance. His brother, however, is…

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Private Desert

2021 • 121 min • Box office $32K

Drama

Daniel, a 40-year-old police officer on suspension due to an internal investigation into an incident of violence, becomes worried when his online girlfriend, Sara, stops responding to his messages. He drives north to find her, embarking on a seemingly hopeless…

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Ventos Que Sopram Maranhão

2021 • 78 min

Zeca Baleiro takes us on a musical trip to his native state. Featuring contributions and performances from local artists representing diverse musical styles, the film unveils a vibrant and largely undiscovered musical landscape.

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Entre o Amor e o Cangaço

1965 • 90 min

Joviano is on the verge of marriage, but his plans are disrupted when he vows to abandon his wedding to avenge his father's death. Colonel Eufrásio murdered Joviano's father to seize his lands, sparking a violent conflict fueled by his…

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Old Lord Savanna

2018 • 96 min

This documentary explores the environmental and social consequences of widespread deforestation in Brazil's Cerrado savanna, and the efforts to protect this threatened ecosystem from disappearing.

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Dry Ground Burning

2023 • 153 min

Léa is released from prison and returns to Sol Nascente, a favela in Brasilia, where she reconnects with her half-sister, Chitara. Chitara leads an all-female gang that steals and refines oil from underground pipes, selling gasoline to a network of…

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Isle of Flowers

1989 • 13 min

Documentary

Isle of Flowers is a film that follows the journey of one tomato, from being planted and grown to being bought at a supermarket. After it rots in the trash, the story continues as we see how it affects animals,…

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Bob Spit: We Do Not Like People

2021 • 90 min

Bob Spit, a comic book figure, exists in a desolate desert landscape within the mind of his creator, the renowned Brazilian cartoonist Angeli. When Angeli resolves to eliminate Bob from his story, the rebellious character leaves this barren world and…

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The Body

1991 • 77 min

Xavier, a pharmacist, maintains a quiet life with his two wives, Carmen and Beatriz. Their world unravels when Carmen and Beatriz discover he is having an affair with Monique, a nightclub dancer.

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Plantation Boy

1966 • 110 min

Orphaned, a young boy is brought up by his wealthy grandfather and uncles on their sugarcane plantation. He spends his childhood there, learning about politics, love, and the harsh realities of life.

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The Lyre of Delight

1978 • 105 min

In Niterói, a woman whose mother was a dancer at the Lira do Delírio nightclub experiences the kidnapping of her son during Carnival. With the help of a journalist friend, she plunges into Rio de Janeiro's criminal world, encountering various…

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The Guns

1964 • 85 min

Armed soldiers are dispatched to Northeast Brazil to prevent a starving population from raiding a food supply in the arid countryside. As people succumb to hunger-induced hallucinations, a religious leader's prophecies fuel the growing desperation. Meanwhile, a truck driver witnesses…

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The Wrung-Out Man

1980 • 97 min

Drama

In São Paulo, Deraldo, a poet from Northeast Brazil, lives by writing and selling pamphlets. His life changes when he's mistakenly implicated in a murder. While receiving an award at a corporate party, Deraldo is mistaken for an employee who…

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Innocence

1983 • 118 min

In 19th-century rural England, a young woman is drawn into a passionate affair with a visiting doctor. He is staying at her family home to care for her, and they attempt to keep their forbidden romance secret from her disapproving…

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