Movies and TvShows featuring "brazilian-cinema" theme.
In the early 1970s, the military dictatorship in Brazil reaches its height. The Paiva family - Rubens, Eunice, and their five children - live in a beachside house in Rio, open to all their friends. One day, Rubens is taken for questioning and does not return.
After 20 years missing, João Grilo returns to Taperoá to join his old friend Chicó and, after his story of resurrection spreads, he is disputed as an electoral candidate by the two most powerful politicians in the city.
City of God: 10 Years Later is a documentary that takes a deep dive into the lives of the characters from the critically acclaimed film City of God, after a decade has passed. It offers a unique perspective on the impact of the film both on the lives of the actors and the real communities it portrays.
In a prison cell in Brazil, Molina, a gay window dresser, and Valentin, a Marxist revolutionary, form an unlikely bond as they share their stories and dreams. Molina survives by retelling movies' plots and fantasies to Valentin who is resistant at first, but gradually warms up to him. The powerful friendship between the two men helps them cope with the psychological and physical torture they endure.
Just 12 hours after having his daughter in the custody of a kidnapper, the influential communicator Sílvio Santos faces an even more complicated obstacle: his home is invaded and he is held hostage for seven hours. Realizing that his life is at risk, he seeks refuge in the distant thoughts of his entire trajectory, which began when he was just a 14 year old teenager working as a street vendor.
Sequel to the 2010 film Nosso Lar.
Carlinhos discovers his partner's infidelity and, desperate to save face, he meets Graça, a lively woman who agrees to pretend to be his new partner for the Christmas celebration with his traditional family.
Cousins explores the complex dynamics and emotional journey of two cousins as they navigate their relationship in a small town. The story touches on themes of coming out, coming of age, and the struggles of being LGBT in a conservative environment.
When a dysfunctional family rents a dilapidated beach house in Rio de Janeiro, chaos ensues as they navigate love, vacation mishaps, and a feud between colleagues. Along the way, they encounter a series of hilarious and unexpected events, including falling in the pool, a mismatched romantic relationship, and intense card games.
Divaldo: O Mensageiro da Paz is a biographical drama that follows the life of Divaldo Franco, a Brazilian spiritist who dedicated his life to spreading messages of love, peace, and charity. The movie portrays his journey from a troubled childhood to becoming an influential leader in the spiritist movement in Brazil.
Coworkers Alexandre, Lima, Rocha, Diguinho and their families are treated by the company to a trip to Bahia. However, problems and unforeseen events can ruin this dream trip.
Two couples rent out the same house for a romantic weekend, but what they didn't know was that very strange things would happen, making them fight for their lives.
The Given Word is a powerful drama set in Northeast Brazil, exploring themes of religion, faith, and class struggle. The story revolves around a simple man who promises to carry a cross to a local shrine, embarking on a journey that tests his beliefs and exposes the harsh realities of his community.
If I Were You 2 is a hilarious comedy-fantasy movie that follows the story of a couple who unexpectedly swap bodies. As they navigate through the challenges of living in each other's shoes, they discover the true value of empathy and understanding. With quirky humor and a touch of romance, this Brazilian comedy is a must-watch for fans of body-swap movies.
Irene is a lonely 50-year-old ornithologist who, during secret research in the rainforest, immerses herself in a sensory journey to rescue her desires, facing her dilemmas that confront the illegal trafficking of wild birds.
José Eduardo, known as Zé, owns a small football school and wins a trip with his wife and blogger daughter to Cartagena in a raffle. José Eduardo, known as Edu, is a successful businessman who is going on vacation with his wife and son. The confusion begins when, by mistake, Zé stays at Edu's luxury hotel, which, in turn, ends up at Zé's simple inn. This exchange provides experiences that the two families were not used to, but which ends up uniting them even more.
In the near future, in a dystopian Brazil, a black man and a black woman find themselves targeted by a racist and oppressive government. As they struggle to survive and resist, their relationship becomes a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of oppression and intolerance.
A mother in her 40s with a gay son navigates the challenges of motherhood, fame, and relationships in this humorous and heartwarming tale.