613 Brazilian Films to Watch Now
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The AbyssMovie · 1977 · 83mA man attempts to decode a manuscript detailing a lost civilization, leading him into a series of unusual events. However, the story primarily serves as a framework for exploring themes of mysticism and the human experience.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 402
Bruce Lee Versus Gay PowerMovie · 1975 · 105mBruce confronts a gang of bandits who are attacking and killing people in a village.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.1 - 403
Independência ou MorteMovie · 1972 · 118mThis is the story of how D. Pedro I declared Brazil's independence on September 7th, 1822, transforming from a Portuguese prince into the nation's first emperor.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 404
Quem É Primavera das NevesMovie · 2017 · 75mPrimavera das Neves, a translator of works by Lewis Carroll, Daniel Defoe, and Jules Verne, vanished in the 1960s. Was she using a false name? The investigation into her identity reveals an extraordinary woman who devoted her life to beauty and truth. Then, a letter arrives, suggesting her story is far from over.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.5 - 405
It's Not All TrueMovie · 1986 · 95mOrson Welles travels to Brazil to film his documentary, *It's All True*.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 406
Friday Night, Saturday MorningMovie · 2007 · 16mThis black and white, documentary-style film explores a quiet romance between two people separated by vast distances. He's in Recife, she's in Kyiv, yet their connection deepens through conversation. Though worlds apart – one experiencing darkness, the other light – they share a profound emotional intimacy, creating a sense of closeness and shared experience.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.4 - 407
João do Vale, Muita Gente DesconheceMovie · 2005 · 30mRecent photographs show the artist is still living. This film presents an unusual collection of images, along with accounts from friends, family, and prominent figures in Brazilian culture. - 408
ValentinaMovie · 2020 · 95mA trans girl and her mother relocate to a new town seeking a fresh start. However, they immediately encounter challenges when the local high school requires a second parental signature for enrollment.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2 - 409
Compasso de EsperaMovie · 1969 · 94mJorge de Oliveira, an Afro-Brazilian poet working in advertising in São Paulo, finds himself caught between relationships with wealthy white partners and his Black family and friends. His personal life becomes a starting point for exploring complex racial dynamics within Brazil.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.8 - 410
Estrada de SonhosMovie · 2015IMDb 6.9TMDB 8.2 - 411
The Night of the ChupacabrasMovie · 2011 · 104mA bitter feud between two families is fueled by death and violence. A sinister presence stalks the Silva Farm, claiming victims. The Carvalho family, consumed by their history of hatred, remains blind to the growing darkness emerging from the woods.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4 - 412
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Almost NothingMovie · 2000 · 100mThree stories unfold in the Brazilian countryside. In the town of Foice, a field worker rises to leadership, sparking jealousy in his closest friend. In Veneno, a cowboy is haunted by sleepless nights, anticipating revenge from a past adversary. And in Machado, a reserved rose cultivator resolves to extinguish his wife's happiness.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.0 - 414
Dazed FleshMovie · 2019 · 46mA mysterious voice invades a woman's body after inhabiting various substances, allowing her to experience humanity for the first time. The voice and body then embark on a journey to find belonging and define their own identities, challenging societal expectations along the way.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2 - 415
Go Ahead, Brazil!Movie · 1982 · 105mIt's the mid-1970s in Brazil. The military dictatorship uses a booming economy and a World Cup victory to divert attention from its crackdown on political opponents. Jofre Godoi da Fonseca, a detached middle-class man, is wrongly identified as Sarmento, a political activist he briefly encountered at the airport before Sarmento was killed. As a result, Jofre is arrested and charged with being "subversive."IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 416
The Father's ShadowMovie · 2018 · 92mWhen a child is forced to take on adult responsibilities due to her father’s illness and the loss of her mother, the usual family dynamic is flipped. Her childhood transforms into a significant struggle, and the parents' hopes for raising her shift into a firm belief in her strength.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 417
BreakwaterMovie · 2019 · 27mA group of friends from São Paulo go to a remote beach to celebrate the New Year. They spend their time relaxing, sunbathing, and playing music, sharing conversations about their lives: sexuality, bodies, appearance, youth, fears, and hopes – the kinds of discussions close friends often have. The film offers a glimpse into contemporary Brazilian life.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.3 - 418
The MarginMovie · 1967 · 96mAlong the banks of the Tietê River in São Paulo, a story emerges about people living on the margins of society. It follows prostitutes, a pimp, a man with a mental disability, and others struggling with hopelessness. Trapped in a repetitive cycle of despair, they long for escape, seeing death as their only way out – a shared journey into darkness.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 419
Revelations of a Cannibal FilmakerMovie · 2014 · 15mThis film is based on a shocking true story from Brazil.TMDB 8.8 - 420
Rio 2096: A Story of Love and FuryMovie · 2013 · 74m · Animation, Drama, History"Rio 2096 – A Story of Love and Fury" is an animated film about an immortal hero and Janaína, the woman he has loved for six centuries. The film’s romance unfolds against a backdrop of Brazilian history, highlighting four distinct periods: colonization, slavery, the Military Regime, and a future in 2096 where a war for water is imminent.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 421
Tocaia no AsfaltoMovie · 1962 · 101mA professional assassin is contracted to kill a corrupt politician, but the deal is called off. Though he's a hired gun, he approaches the assignment with dedication and intends to see it through.IMDb 7.7TMDB 6.2 - 422
I'm Still HereMovie · 2024 · 138m · Drama, HistoryIn 1971 Brazil, a woman's life is upended when a brutal act forces her to leave behind her marriage to a former politician and build a new future for her family. She must redefine herself and find a different path forward.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 423
The Gaucho WarMovie · 1942 · 90mThis is the story of the independent groups operating in northern Argentina, who rebelled against the Spanish Crown to achieve freedom.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.1 - 424
HeartlessMovie · 2024 · 95mSummer 1996, on the northeast coast of Brazil. Tamara is spending her final weeks in the fishing village before moving to Brasilia for university. She learns about a local teenager known as Heartless, named for a scar on her chest. Throughout the summer, Tamara develops feelings for this enigmatic girl.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 425
StillbornMovie · 2011 · 92mA talent scout takes a promising young singer to São Paulo with the goal of connecting her with a famous conductor. While awaiting the audition, they share a hotel room where the scout interprets the cigarette pack warnings as prophecies about the singer's future. Throughout their time together, the scout's true motives begin to surface.IMDb 6.7TMDB 4.8 - 426
God Is BrazilianMovie · 2003 · 113m · Adventure, Comedy, FantasyTo enjoy a well-deserved break, God needs to find a saint to run the universe in His absence. He travels to Northeast Brazil, convinced he'll find the perfect candidate there. Upon arriving, he's joined by a young man who offers assistance with his search.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 427
Adoniran - Meu Nome é João RubinatoMovie · 2020 · 92mAdoniran Barbosa is widely considered São Paulo's greatest samba singer. This documentary explores the life of this multifaceted artist through his personal belongings, rare photographs, and stories from those who knew him. It reveals how he captured the spirit of São Paulo in his songs and radio personas. Using the city as a backdrop, the film draws connections between Adoniran's São Paulo and the city as it is today.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5 - 428
Samba & JazzMovie · 2015 · 86mThis documentary explores the connections between Samba and Jazz music. It examines the shared elements that have drawn these genres together.IMDb 6.4TMDB 8.5 - 429
Coffin Joe: The Strange World of José Mojica MarinsMovie · 2001 · 65mThis is the first documentary about José Mojica Marins, known as Zé do Caixão or Coffin Joe. The film chronicles Mojica's life, starting with his humble beginnings in Vila Anastácio, São Paulo, Brazil, and following his rise to prominence internationally in the 1990s.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3 - 430
Soul in the EyeMovie · 1973 · 11mInspired by Eldridge Cleaver's "Soul on Ice" and dedicated to John Coltrane, "Soul in the Eye" is the first in a series of Black Brazilian films. The movie uses a game inspired by concretism as a metaphor for the enduring legacy of African culture and resilience carried by enslaved people to the Americas, and the quest for liberation through personal change.IMDb 7.0TMDB 9.2 - 431
The First Time of Brazilian CinemaMovie · 2013 · 84mReleased in 1982, *Erotic Things* was the first Brazilian pornographic film to attract nearly five million viewers. Now recognized as a pivotal moment in Brazilian cinema history due to its release under a military dictatorship, *The First Time of Brazilian Cinema* revisits the production and the people involved to reveal the story behind this remarkable undertaking, thirty years later.IMDb 7.2TMDB 1.0 - 432
Eu Transo, Ela TransaMovie · 1972 · 100mEager to impress his boss, Roberto agrees to have the executive's romantic partner stay with him. He doesn't realize the trouble this arrangement will bring to his family.IMDb 6.8TMDB 3.0 - 433
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AugustasMovie · 2012 · 83mIn São Paulo, Brazil, a journalist grappling with personal turmoil investigates the city's hidden underbelly. His search for answers leads him into the world of prostitution and unconventional neo-Shamanic practices on the legendary Augusta Street.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.8 - 435
IracemaMovie · 1976 · 96mA young woman travels to Belém for the Círio de Nazaré festival, but is lured into prostitution and dreams of relocating to Brazil's wealthier Southeast. While at a nightclub, she meets a truck driver who transports wood. Hoping for a life in the city, she asks him for a ride, and they embark on a journey along the Trans-Amazon highway. The film portrays the social tragedies of the Amazon, including conflict with Brazilian military authorities, deforestation, forced labor, and child prostitution. It received international acclaim but was banned by Brazilian censors, only being released years later and winning the Brasília Film Festival in 1981.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 436
The Empire of DesireMovie · 1981 · 110mWidow Sandra travels from the city to her isolated beach house, intending to evict squatters. During the journey, she offers a ride to a hippie couple, eventually inviting them to house-sit at her coastal property.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.2 - 437
Kiss of the Spider WomanMovie · 1985 · 120m · DramaIn a Latin American prison, two men from different worlds forge an unexpected friendship. Valentin, a journalist who won't compromise his ideals, faces brutal torture. His new cellmate, Molina, is a thoughtful window-dresser with a love for stories and old movies.
Confined together, Molina uses his imagination to offer them both an escape. He creates vivid fantasies inspired by romantic films, building a world of love within their cell.
Despite their contrasting pasts, Valentin and Molina connect as they grapple with their shared confinement. This story explores friendship, resilience, and hope in the face of oppression and violence. It highlights how human connection can provide comfort even in the darkest places.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 438
Two StreamsMovie · 1999 · 112mA driven young executive revisits her hometown of Dois Córregos, triggering memories of the late 1960s. It was then she encountered her uncle, a man fleeing the Brazilian military dictatorship.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.4 - 439
Suburban AngelsMovie · 1987 · 90mThis film explores the lives of three teachers living in the suburbs of São Paulo. It follows their romantic relationships, their experiences with the challenges of their community, and the difficulties they face with their families.IMDb 7.0TMDB 4.8 - 440
All the Reasons to ForgetMovie · 2017 · 90m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceAntonio struggles to cope after his long-term relationship with Sofia ends. He believes he can easily move on, but quickly realizes it's not that simple.
Trying to overcome his feelings of loss, Antonio explores different ways to detach emotionally. He tries therapy, medication, and online dating, but his attempts to numb the pain lead to a series of funny and sad situations.
The film is a relatable story about love, loss, and healing. It honestly looks at the complexities of relationships and the power of emotion, inviting audiences to laugh, cry, and think about the challenges of modern dating.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.1 - 441
Punk em São Paulo: Garotos do SubúrbioMovie · 1983 · 43mIn 1983, director Fernando Meirelles read a newspaper article about the punk scene in downtown São Paulo and, intrigued, went to investigate. This exploration became his first feature film, *City of God*.TMDB 6.3 - 442InesquecívelMovie · 2007 · 90mIn Buenos Aires, Laura develops feelings for a photographer named Guilherme. Back in Brazil, she learns a surprising truth: Guilherme is the best friend of her fiancé.IMDb 4.8TMDB 4.2
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TollMovie · 2023 · 102mSuellen, a toll booth attendant, begins assisting a group of thieves in stealing watches from drivers heading to the coast. Her motivation, however, is not personal gain. She intends to use the stolen money to send her son to a costly gay conversion program.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 444
Five Times FavelaMovie · 1962 · 92mThis film presents five vignettes exploring the difficulties experienced by residents of hillside slums in Rio de Janeiro.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.8 - 445
Saint BernardMovie · 1972 · 113m · DramaPaulo Honório, a former farmhand, embraces the growing agricultural industry and rises to become a wealthy farmer through hard work and good fortune. But his pursuit of wealth strains his marriage to Madalena, a teacher with strong principles. Madalena struggles with Paulo’s increasingly controlling behavior and the widening gap between them. As their professional and personal lives become more complicated, can they reconcile, or will their love be overshadowed by the desire for material success? The film explores ambition, love, and the price of wealth through the story of a couple navigating unexpected changes.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6 - 446
I Will Raffle Off My HeartMovie · 2012 · 78m"Vou Rifar Meu Coração" is a documentary exploring the world of Brazilian romantic music, known as brega. Often dismissed by critics and the wealthy as "cheesy," this style is embraced by Brazil's working class, particularly those who migrated from rural areas to cities seeking opportunity. The film uses the music as a lens to examine the emotions – love, pain, and sexuality – of both the fans and the performers, revealing their lives and desires.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.9 - 447
When Carnaval ComesMovie · 1972 · 100mA music manager must gather three of his artists for a unique performance, but quickly discovers the task is more complicated than anticipated.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 448
Bellini and the DevilMovie · 2008 · 120mDetective Remo Bellini is drawn into a dangerous world of illusion and mystery. He becomes consumed by visions, pain, and isolation, blurring the line between reality and fantasy. As death surrounds him, Remo struggles to understand what's happening, racing against time before he loses himself completely.IMDb 4.0TMDB 2.4 - 449
Daughters of the WindMovie · 2005 · 85mTwo sisters reunite in a small town in Minas Gerais, Brazil, after a long separation.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 450
Ana TerraMovie · 1971IMDb 7.2TMDB 10.0 - 451
Ibiúna, Primavera BrasileiraMovie · 2019 · 80mIn October 1968, a secret meeting of the National Union of Students led to the arrest and registration of 700 students who were protesting against the dictatorship.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.0 - 452
Brazil War: The Truth about The Paraguayan WarMovie · 1987 · 79mFrom 1864 to 1870, South America experienced its deadliest conflict of the century, the "Paraguay War," a devastating event for Paraguayans. This documentary explores this war, often called a "draft" for World War I, which pitted Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay against each other, resulting in the deaths of approximately one million people.IMDb 7.0 - 453
The HyperwomenMovie · 2011 · 80mIn the Upper Xingu region of Brazil, the Kuikuro community prepares for the Jamurikumalu, a vital women's ritual of song and dance. The preparations are complicated by a serious illness affecting an elderly woman. This documentary offers a candid and vibrant look at the Kuikuro people as they urgently work to safeguard the wisdom of their elders and maintain their cultural traditions before they disappear.IMDb 7.8TMDB 6.5 - 454
Noel por NoelMovie · 1981 · 10mA tribute to the legendary Brazilian samba composer Noel Rosa (1910-1937).IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 455
Rio, Northern ZoneMovie · 1957 · 83m · Drama, MusicThis film follows a talented composer who finds happiness and recognition through his lively samba music. Living in a vibrant city, he's increasingly aware of the city's deep-seated social problems. The movie explores not just the energy of the dance, but also the realities of daily life and how art can both mirror and question societal issues. It’s a moving story about one person trying to pursue his dreams while also confronting important issues affecting his community.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.2 - 456
Golden MouthMovie · 1963 · 100mFollowing the death of a notorious outlaw, a reporter seeks out his lover, receiving three conflicting accounts of the man's life.IMDb 7.7TMDB 6.2 - 457
A Fêmea do MarMovie · 1980 · 85m · Thriller, Drama, HorrorJeruza, Cassandra, and Ulisses live a simple life in a quiet seaside town, selling their crafts to make ends meet. Their lives are affected by the disappearance of Jeruza's husband, Santiago, until Roque arrives one evening claiming to have news of Santiago's fate.
Roque's arrival disrupts the family's peace. He stays with Jeruza and they become intimate. But Roque is manipulative, and he seduces Cassandra and encourages a forbidden relationship between Ulisses and Cassandra. As Jeruza uncovers Roque’s true intentions, she discovers he has a dark past and her family is in danger.
The story examines trust, loyalty, and family bonds as a seemingly peaceful life is destroyed by deceit and desire.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.3 - 458
Profissão MulherMovie · 1983 · 101mInside a high-pressure advertising agency, the lives of four women – a stunning model, a woman struggling with alcoholism, a middle-aged spinster, and a celebrated model – intersect. Each seeks both romantic fulfillment and career success, but finds herself entangled in complicated relationships instead.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.9 - 459
DesmundoMovie · 2002 · 101mIn 1570, Orisbela, a devout young woman from Portugal, travels to Brazil to marry Francisco de Albuquerque, a harsh sugar-cane plantation owner.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.7 - 460
Hallelujah GretchenMovie · 1976 · 111mA German family relocates to a small town in Paraná, Brazil, and purchases a hotel. The hotel gradually becomes a gathering place for individuals sympathetic to the Nazi regime.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.3 - 461
MedusaMovie · 2021 · 128mDuring the day, Mari and her friends publicly express their faith through bright, optimistic imagery and upbeat songs about piety and virtue. But at night, they operate as a vigilante group, patrolling the city to find those they deem to be morally wrong. Following a disastrous attack that leaves Mari physically and professionally damaged, her understanding of her community, religion, and the people around her starts to change.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.6 - 462
Chatô, The King of BrazilMovie · 2015 · 100mThis is the true story of Assis Chateaubriand, Brazil's pioneering communications mogul. From the late 1930s to the early 1960s, his immense influence earned him the nickname "the Brazilian Citizen Kane."IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.1 - 463
Black OrpheusMovie · 1959 · 100m · Drama, RomanceDuring Carnaval in Rio's favelas, Orfeu and Eurydice are chased by a mysterious figure representing Death. Their escape is complicated by Orfeu’s former lover, Mira, who wants revenge. Caught between reality and dream, the young lovers navigate a complex emotional journey while experiencing the energy of Brazil through bossa nova music, brought to life by the soundtrack of Luiz Bonfá and Antonio Carlos Jobim. The film is a captivating reimagining of the classic Greek myth, blending love, danger, and music set against the vibrant streets of Rio.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 464
OrfeuMovie · 1999 · 110m · Drama, Crime, MusicOrfeu, a respected composer from a lively samba school, lives in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. His life changes when he meets Euridice, a beautiful newcomer to the neighborhood. They fall in love against a backdrop of vibrant samba and street parties. But their romance is threatened by Lucinho, a powerful and dangerous drug lord who controls the streets. Orfeu and Euridice must face the harsh realities of crime and violence as they fight for their love and survival in this vibrant but precarious world.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 465
Entranced EarthMovie · 1967 · 108m · DramaIn Eldorado, a nation marked by both vibrancy and political turmoil, widespread corruption threatens the country’s future. Journalist Paulo Martins, seasoned and disillusioned, struggles to uncover the truth amidst deceit.
As Paulo investigates political wrongdoing, he confronts two powerful enemies: a captivating populist aiming for power through manipulation, and a conservative figure secretly preserving the existing power structure. Caught in this intense atmosphere, Paulo confronts the confusing relationship between the elite's recklessness and the public’s unwavering faith.
In this complex tropical environment, appearances are misleading as Paulo exposes layers of secrets and alliances that endanger his career and personal beliefs. The distinction between right and wrong blurs, testing Paulo's integrity and his perception of truth. This compelling drama offers a stark portrayal of the cost of journalistic honesty in a world consumed by corruption and danger.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 466
Don't Call Me SonMovie · 2016 · 82m · DramaSeventeen-year-old Pierre is navigating adolescence, balancing a band, casual sex, and a secret fascination with women's clothes. His mother, Aracy, has shielded him and his younger sister Jacqueline since his father's death, indulging them both. However, Pierre's life is upended when he discovers Aracy stole him from the hospital as a newborn. Director Anna Muylaert examines the complexities of mother-child bonds through the perspective of a son whose reality is shattered.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 467
AnaMovie · 2020 · 111mStela, a young Brazilian actress, is researching the correspondence of Latin American plastic artists from the 1970s and 80s. She travels to Cuba, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile searching for their works and accounts of life under the dictatorships prevalent in those countries. During her investigation, Stela uncovers Ana, a Brazilian artist who was part of this artistic community but later vanished. Intrigued by Ana's story, Stela resolves to find her and uncover what happened.IMDb 7.7TMDB 10.0 - 468
The Cannibal ClubMovie · 2019 · 80mOtavio and Gilda are a wealthy Brazilian couple with a disturbing habit: they eat their employees. Otavio runs a private security company and is a member of The Cannibal Club. Their lives are threatened when Gilda stumbles upon a secret belonging to Borges, a powerful congressman and the Club’s leader.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 469
Grande SertãoMovie · 1965 · 92mRiobaldo, a cowboy, develops feelings for Diadorim, unaware that Diadorim is actually a woman disguised as a man. When Diadorim’s father is murdered, she vows revenge and enlists Riobaldo’s help in carrying out her plan.IMDb 6.9TMDB 4.8 - 470
Kings & RatsMovie · 2012 · 110mRio de Janeiro, 1963. The lives of several people become connected against a backdrop of political unrest. Among them is Troy, a CIA agent based in Brazil, who plots a scheme targeting the President.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.9 - 471
Razor in the FleshMovie · 1969 · 90mA wealthy prostitute, her pimp, and the brothel's gay cleaner engage in a bitter dispute over a missing sum of money from a male escort, escalating into intense psychological warfare.IMDb 7.2TMDB 3.9 - 472
The Silence of The RainMovie · 2020 · 96mExecutive Ricardo is found shot dead in his car, and Inspector Espinosa and Officer Daia are assigned to the seemingly straightforward case. They begin investigating those closest to him. However, the situation becomes complicated when everyone connected to the investigation vanishes without a trace.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 473
The Good Times Are Here: Let It All Hang OutMovie · 1985 · 101mThe film follows the lives of young, free-spirited people in Rio de Janeiro during the 1960s. It tells the story of two different groups navigating a world of pleasure and unconventional living.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 474
Nelson CavaquinhoMovie · 1969 · 15mThis short film blends poetic observation with interviews featuring Nelson Antônio da Silva, the renowned samba singer and songwriter. His adopted surname, "Cavaquinho," honors the small guitar-like instrument he played and used to compose his music.IMDb 7.7TMDB 9.0 - 475
Chronically UnfeasibleMovie · 2000 · 101mOver five years, the film *Chronically Unfeasible* examines Brazilian issues by focusing on six individuals who connect in a São Paulo restaurant. Their interactions serve as a lens to highlight the political, social, and economic divides between Brazil's wealthier and less privileged populations.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.4 - 476
Not by ChanceMovie · 2007 · 90mEnio, a man in his middle years, lives alone following a difficult relationship. Pedro, 30, is dating Teresa, who is relocating to her family home. He inherited his father's carpentry business and enjoys swimming. A traffic accident unexpectedly brings these two men together, leading to unforeseen consequences and a loss of control.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8 - 477
The History of EternityMovie · 2014 · 121mIn a remote village, three intertwined stories of love and desire are stirring emotions among the inhabitants. The characters inhabit a world shaped by both basic human instincts and a sense of inescapable destiny.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 478
Running AfterMovie · 2018 · 90mPaulo Ventania, a Brazilian man striving for financial stability, sees a chance for a better life when he gets the opportunity to coach a young soccer player. He takes on Glanderson, a talented boy from the neighborhood who has overcome the challenge of missing two toes. With optimism and facing numerous setbacks, the unlikely pair works towards the ambitious goal of making Glanderson a star.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.0 - 479
Movie DementiaMovie · 1986 · 90mThis is a modern Brazilian take on the Faust myth. A young man, the heir to a failing cigarette company and struggling with a personal crisis, abandons his life for a seemingly perfect paradise advertised by a travel agency – a place he believes holds the key to understanding himself. There, he encounters a character reminiscent of Mephistopheles who guides his search.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.2 - 480
UrbaniaMovie · 2001 · 70mA convertible car arrives in São Paulo, carrying two passengers. Over the course of a full day and night, they journey through the city, taking in its sights.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.0 - 481
The KissMovie · 1981 · 80mA clerk named Arandir rushes to the aid of a pedestrian struck by a bus, impulsively kissing the person as a sign of sympathy. A photographer, Amado Pinheiro, witnesses this and sees a chance for a news story. He teams up with Chief of Police Cunha, who then falsely accuses Arandir of homosexuality to boost newspaper sales.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 482
Tim MaiaMovie · 2014 · 140m · Drama, Music, HistoryThis biopic chronicles the life of Brazilian singer Tim Maia, from his childhood in Rio de Janeiro to his death at 55. The film follows his time in the United States, where he encounters a new musical style. It also depicts his arrest for theft and drug possession during that period.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 483
Alone ManMovie · 2016 · 88mArnaldo, desperate to escape his unhappy life, seeks out a clinic offering human duplication. He plans to have a copy take his place so he can start anew. When his request is refused, Arnaldo attempts to alter his own past. He finds hope for happiness when he falls for Josie, a clerk at a pet cemetery. But is he mistaken? *A Lone Man* is an urban fable exploring the complexities of relationships with irony and humor.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 484
QuerôMovie · 2007 · 89mQuerô is a teenage orphan living independently near the docks of Santos, Brazil. His mother, a prostitute, died when he was a baby, and he grew up in the brothel where she worked. He fiercely believes he controls his own fate, resisting anyone who tries to influence him – corrupt police, the strict discipline of the juvenile detention center Febem, and drug dealers seeking to exploit him. But this self-reliance comes at a cost.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 485
Bog of BeastsMovie · 2006 · 80m · DramaA man develops feelings for a teenage girl who is being abused by her grandfather. The grandfather exploits her by taking her to gas stations and offering her for sexual acts in exchange for money.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 486
RomanceMovie · 2008 · 104mWhile filming a remake of the play *Tristan and Isolde*, actors Pedro and Ana develop feelings for each other. As their characters experience a romantic ideal, the actors find themselves in a real love story, attempting to mirror the play's passionate intensity.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4 - 487
Cidade; CampoMovie · 2024 · 120mTwo stories about people moving to new places. First, Joana (55), a rural worker, goes to São Paulo to find her sister Tania and her grandson Jaime after a tailings dam floods her hometown. She takes a job cleaning houses and connects with her coworkers, finding purpose in their fight for better working conditions. Spending time with young Jaime reminds her of the past. The second story follows Flavia (32), who moves to her family's farm with her wife Mara after her father dies. They are surprised by the difficulties of rural life. Exploring the abandoned house reveals hidden things about her father, and Flavia starts to wonder if something supernatural is in the woods.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 488
Tio Vânia (aos que vierem depois de nós)Movie · 2017 - 489
The Reincarnation of SexMovie · 1982 · 80mPatricia loves Artur, who works on her family's farm. They are deeply happy and have many plans for the future. However, Patricia's father violently murders Artur, causing Patricia to die of grief. Years later, their spirits begin to haunt the inhabitants of the house.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.3 - 490
OstinatoMovie · 2021 · 56mThis documentary explores the creative process of Arrigo Barnabé.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.0 - 491
Noel: The Samba PoetMovie · 2007 · 100mThis film chronicles the life of Noel Rosa, a highly regarded poet and composer from Brazil.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 492
Eternamente PaguMovie · 1987 · 100mEternamente Pagu is a biographical film about Patrícia Galvão, known as Pagu, a prominent Brazilian activist in politics, literature, and art. A key figure in Brazilian Modernism, Pagu was also a communist activist during her marriage to writer Oswald de Andrade. After their separation, she was arrested for journalism by the Getúlio Vargas dictatorship. Upon her release, she left communism for Trotskyist Socialism, married Geraldo Ferraz, and began a career as a theatre director.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 493
Grey MorningMovie · 1969 · 22mDuring a political demonstration, a couple is arrested and subsequently subjected to torture. Following their arrest, they are sentenced to death.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 494
Dzi CroquettesMovie · 2009 · 110mIn 1970s Brazil, a theatre group used wit, satire, and humor to challenge the country's oppressive dictatorship. Their performances revolutionized the gay rights movement globally and transformed the language of theatre and dance for an entire generation.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7 - 495
O Pai do PovoMovie · 1976IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 496
Nenê BandalhoMovie · 1971 · 83mAs police close in to capture Nenê Bandalho, he's forced to relive key moments from his past during his desperate attempt to escape.IMDb 7.7TMDB 5.0 - 497
SoundtrackMovie · 2017 · 112mCris (Selton Mello), a young artist navigating the challenging world of art, receives a unique opportunity: a month-long stay at a remote international research station in the Antarctic. His plan is to create an exhibition blending music and photography. However, his time with the researchers and their unique perspective on Earth forces Cris to confront his own beliefs and values. This profound experience ultimately transforms the young artist's life.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.1 - 498
Dorival Caymmi - Um Homem de AfetosMovie · 2024 · 93mThis is a captivating look at the life of a singer and composer who transformed Brazilian music and inspired countless artists. He was a key figure in the development of Bossa Nova and Tropicália, movements that reshaped the sound of a nation.IMDb 7.0 - 499
CriticMovie · 2008 · 76mFor a project spanning from 1998 to 2007, filmmaker Kléber Mendonça Filho interviewed seventy critics and filmmakers. The conversations explore the dynamic between artists and audiences, creators and those who critique their work. Based on his own experiences as a film critic in Brazil, the United States, and Europe, Mendonça Filho documents this relationship through their perspectives.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.9 - 500
SócratesMovie · 2018 · 71m · DramaFollowing his mother's unexpected passing, fifteen-year-old Socrates, living a precarious life on the outskirts of São Paulo, is left to fend for himself as he grapples with his loss.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2