After the mysterious disappearance of his father, Joventino, the cowboy José Leôncio becomes a wealthy farm owner in Pantanal. Over twenty years have passed and, bitter-hearted because of his father vanishing and the escape of his wife to Rio de Janeiro with his baby, José Leôncio has the chance to make amends with the boy, now a young man raised in the big city with very different values and habits than his own.
Lurdes is a mother of five who tirelessly seeks for Domenico, a child of hers who was sold by his own father 26 years ago; Thelma is an overprotective mother who finds out she has a terminal illness, and must race against time to make her dreams come true and prepare her son for a life without her presence; Vitória is a successful lawyer who sees the end of her marriage after countless failed attempts to have a baby and decides for adoption, but finds out she is pregnant during the process. In "A Mother's Love", the lives of these women are intertwined while they recognize themselves in the unconditional love provided by motherhood.
After a prison riot, a former BOPE captain becomes the head of security in a Rio de Janeiro prison. He tries to clean up the corrupt system while dealing with powerful drug lords and political corruption.
Aquarius is a drama film set in the city of Recife, Brazil. It tells the story of Clara, a widowed music critic, who becomes the last resident of Aquarius, an old apartment building. The real estate developers want to tear down the building to make way for a new development, but Clara refuses to leave. As the developers escalate their efforts to force her out, Clara must confront her past and fight to save her home.
Neighboring Sounds follows the residents of a high-rise apartment building in Recife, Brazil, and explores the tensions and class differences that arise in their daily lives. As the film progresses, a series of events including car break-ins, threats, and revenge plots unfold, revealing the hidden anxieties and secrets of the characters. The film delves into themes of urban development, surveillance, and social dynamics in modern-day Brazil.
In the poverty-stricken sugarcane fields of Brazil, a sadistic man forces a 16-year-old girl into prostitution and subjects her to sexual torture. The film delves into the bleak and brutal world of poverty, exhibitionism, and violence.
Regina and Valerio are a happy and sexy couple, casually enjoying their fortune from their luxurious villa on top of the Rio de Janeiro’s hills. Since the death of Valerio’s father, the biggest mobster in town, they desperately seek a way out of this criminal hornets’ nest. But Valerio’s uncle, Linduarte, insists on him assuming his responsibilities. One night, attempting to reason with Linduarte, the couple accidentally kills him. They then fall into a spiral of violence, leading them onto the very path they wanted to escape.
Tattoo is a bold and provocative drama that takes place during the Brazilian military dictatorship. It follows the story of a young soldier who becomes involved with the counterculture movement and the cabaret theater scene. The film explores themes of repressed homosexuality, radicalism, and the struggle for freedom and self-expression. With its authentic period setting and powerful performances, Tattoo offers an intimate and thought-provoking look at a pivotal moment in Brazilian history.
Returning early from his vacation after the Carnival period to investigate the murder of a young French tourist, Breno Wanderley is faced with possible reflections of his own history from which he cannot escape. Between Ash Wednesday and post-Carnival Sunday, Breno tries to unravel the crime and sees in his son, also called Breno, a chance to reinvent himself in a broken and sullen city.
Based on Guimarães Rosa's (classic Brazilian author) short story, the movie tells the story of Augusto Matraga, a bankrupt and violent farmer who lives above the Law in Minas Gerais' hinterland. During a difficult time, he finds himself in the middle of a trap that nearly kills him. Born again, Matraga resorts to faith and hard work in the pursuit of redemption. Years later, he arrives at the village reigned by the hinterland's ruler and his thugs. This new friendship will challenge his destiny. Inside Matraga, the Saint and the Warrior will duel until his time comes.
A psychopath kidnaps a woman and holds her captive in a restaurant kitchen. As the night progresses, their twisted relationship becomes more morbid and dangerous.
Renata lives isolated in the countryside with her teenage daughter and her husband, conceiving fear as a common feeling. The arrival of a stranger awakens in her the desire for all that was asleep.
Blue Eyes follows the journey of an immigrant in Brazil who becomes entangled in a murder investigation while battling his own personal demons. As he navigates the complexities of a foreign culture and faces discrimination and xenophobia, he finds solace through taekwondo and the bossa nova music that fills the streets. With the help of a compassionate immigration agent, he strives to seek justice, redemption, and a sense of belonging in a country that is both beautiful and unforgiving. Along the way, he forms a deep bond with his granddaughter, who becomes his guiding light in the darkest of times.
The Assailant is a thrilling action movie set in Bahia, Brazil. It follows a young man who learns capoeira, a martial art form derived from African-Brazilian traditions. Fueled by his desire for revenge, he must confront his own past and the challenges of his present. As he battles his enemies, he discovers the power of his own spirit and the strength of the African-Brazilian religion. With the backdrop of sugarcane fields and the legend of the beetle, The Assailant showcases a captivating story of determination and triumph.
A group of friends find themselves in a series of absurd and humorous situations after the death of their friend Quincas Wateryell, who was known for his carefree and eccentric lifestyle.
The quiet life of the small town Piedade's inhabitants is shaken up by the arrival of a big oil company, which barges in taking over houses and local businesses, throwing everyone out, to better reach and use the area's natural resources.
A geologist travels through the arid landscapes of northeast Brazil, capturing the beauty and desolation through his camera lens. As he documents the region, he reflects on his own personal loneliness and desires. Despite the barren surroundings, he finds solace in the landscape and contemplates the true meaning of love.