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613 Brazilian Films to Watch Now

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  1. 501A Bruddah's MindMovie · 2021 · 85mSaulo, the student union leader, becomes the target of racist insults in class. After defending himself, he's summoned to the principal's office but refuses to accept blame, arguing the aggressor is responsible for their words. Inspired by the Black Panthers, Saulo decides to remain at school until justice is served. He uses his cell phone to expose problems within the school. The conflict gradually draws in classmates, teachers, administrators, and politicians, gaining media attention.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  2. 502A Man Amidst BeesMovie · 2015 · 83m · Comedy, Drama, FantasyBruno, a film editor recently separated from his wife Regina, moves back in with his mother, overwhelmed by grief. He begins to experience a strange phenomenon: people around him are gradually vanishing, though only he can see it – a kind of selective blindness.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8
  3. 503Tieta of AgresteMovie · 1996 · 115mTwenty-six years after being banished, Tieta returns to her hometown in Bahia, disrupting the established way of life.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7
  4. 504Improvised and Purposeful: Cinema NovoMovie · 1967 · 33m"Improvised and Purposeful," originally made for German television, offers an intimate view of the "Cinema Novo" movement, also known as the Brazilian New Wave. Director Joaquim Pedro de Andrade observes six Cinema Novo filmmakers working in Rio de Janeiro during 1967.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5
  5. 505BLACKN3SSMovie · 2019 · 22mNEGRUM3 follows the experiences of black LGBT people in São Paulo, depicting a slowing of progress for this community. This art film explores themes of blackness and queerness.IMDb 6.8TMDB 3.7
  6. 506Angels and DemonsMovie · 1969 · 90mA young woman and her lover manipulate an unsuspecting lawyer into a scheme to murder her wealthy uncle and inherit his fortune.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.6
  7. 507GetulioMovie · 2014 · 100m · Drama, HistoryThe film chronicles the political turmoil in Brazil during the 19 days leading up to August 24, 1954, culminating in President Getúlio Vargas' suicide. The crisis ignited on August 5, 1954, when an assassination attempt on journalist and politician Carlos Lacerda in Rio de Janeiro resulted in the death of Major Vaz instead. Investigations implicated Gregório Fortunato, Vargas' personal guard chief, as the instigator of the failed attack. This event stands as a pivotal moment in Brazilian history.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7
  8. 508The Hills of DisorderMovie · 2006 · 135mCarapiru, from one of Brazil's last indigenous communities, lives peacefully connected to nature, utilizing the forest's resources wisely. He is suddenly forced to survive on his own and seeks refuge in the rainforest with the aid of compassionate settlers, establishing a new life. But Carapiru is displaced once more, this time by government agents. This film offers a visually compelling look at the lives of Brazil's native peoples in the 21st century.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3
  9. 509O VelhoMovie · 2021IMDb 6.3TMDB 4.5
  10. 510Jaguar ManMovie · 2021 · 93mThe film follows two periods in Pedro’s life. The first is in 1997, where he lives with his family in Rio de Janeiro and works for Gás do Brasil, a company struggling through difficult restructuring, including layoffs and early retirement packages, with privatization on the horizon. Two years later, he's retired in his hometown of Barbosa, surrounded by memories, his dog, and his girlfriend. By shifting between these two timelines, the story allows us to understand Pedro’s emotions and experiences.IMDb 6.8TMDB 4.2
  11. 511Jesus KidMovie · 2022 · 88mEugenio, a Western novelist famous for his "Jesus Kid" series, is struggling with declining book sales. A potential lifeline arrives in the form of a film director's offer: write a screenplay. The catch? Eugenio must spend three months isolated in a luxury hotel, cut off from the outside world. Mutarelli uses this setup to offer a sharp critique of both the publishing and film industries, where he has spent years. Drawing heavily on his own experiences, the author reveals how the commercial aspects of culture can be damaging to those who create it.IMDb 5.8TMDB 3.9
  12. 512KnittingMovie · 2021 · 95mAfter their mother's death, five brothers are raised by their eldest sibling. Years later, they learn about a comatose man in the ICU who might be their father. While waiting for news at the hospital, the brothers confront their past disagreements and shared memories, finding connection through a childhood tradition of knitting.IMDb 7.0TMDB 3.0
  13. 513The StorytellersMovie · 2003 · 100mThe impoverished community of Javé faces imminent destruction from a new dam. Their only hope is to prove the town’s historical significance. With most residents illiterate, they must enlist the help of Antônio Biá, a man previously shunned for spreading false rumors about the town's people to maintain his job at the local post office. Now, Biá must document the community's recollections of Javé's founding, but each person remembers the past differently.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3
  14. 514Cursed LoveMovie · 1984 · 76mA relationship blossoms between two women from different worlds. Their connection is tested when one of them begins an affair with a journalist.IMDb 6.1TMDB 4.1
  15. 515Emicida: AmarElo - It's All for YesterdayMovie · 2020 · 89m · Documentary, MusicBetween moments from his performance at São Paulo's Theatro Municipal, a venue known for being difficult to access, rapper and activist Emicida explores the deep history of Black Brazilian culture.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.6
  16. 516Antes Que Eu Me EsqueçaMovie · 2017 · 95mAt eighty years old, Polidoro makes the decision to disrupt his peaceful retirement as a judge and instead become the owner of a strip club.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1
  17. 517Lampião, King of the BadlandsMovie · 1963 · 103mThis is the story of how a family feud transformed poor farmer Virgulino Ferreira da Silva into Lampião, the most famous leader of the cangaceiros – bandits who terrorized the Northeast region of Brazil until the late 1930s.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.5
  18. 518The Dream's Not OverMovie · 1982 · 99mThis film follows the everyday lives of a group of Brazilian teenagers in Brasília during the late 1980s. It explores their hopes and dreams as they navigate a country transitioning from dictatorship to democracy.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.2
  19. 519Invisible LifeMovie · 2019 · 140m · DramaRio de Janeiro, Brazil, 1950. In the traditional Gusmão household, sisters Eurídice and Guida are deeply devoted to each other. Guida openly shares her romantic life with Eurídice, who in turn finds in her older sister the support she needs to follow her ambition of becoming a professional pianist.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.8
  20. 520Brasília 18%Movie · 2006 · 102mA renowned medical examiner is dispatched to Brasília, Brazil's political center, to officially identify the body of a striking young congressional assistant. However, his meticulous examination uncovers evidence of a complex political conspiracy.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.4
  21. 521June - The Riots in BrazilMovie · 2014 · 72mDuring the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, this documentary examines how protests against rising public transportation fares in São Paulo in June 2013 grew into a nationwide movement spanning hundreds of cities. The movement mobilized over a million people and evolved into a broader protest against corruption, inadequate public services, and excessive spending on the World Cup. The film considers the gains achieved by the protesters and poses the question: will future action be even larger?IMDb 7.1TMDB 8.8
  22. 522ElisMovie · 2016 · 110m · DramaThe film chronicles the life of the vibrant singer Elis Regina, from her arrival in Rio de Janeiro at 19 until her untimely death. Overcoming numerous obstacles, she achieves rapid success, and her life earns widespread national and international acclaim, solidifying her legacy as arguably Brazil's greatest singer.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.2
  23. 523Love Strange LoveMovie · 1982 · 123m · Drama, HistoryThe film follows a young boy's visit to his mother in a well-known brothel in Brazil during 1937. His mother, connected to a powerful politician who owns the brothel, exposes him to adult life and sexuality. Against a backdrop of political upheaval, the story examines the loss of innocence as the boy begins to understand himself within this unusual world.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8
  24. 524In Dog's WordsMovie · 2016 · 101mSão Paulo, 2007. Santana is a mild-mannered dogcatcher who avoids conflict. His peaceful life is disrupted when he retrieves a large dog from a school. Soon after, the dog's owner, Babyface – a volatile ex-police officer – arrives, demanding his pet's return. Santana explains the dog was euthanized, but Babyface refuses to accept this, accusing Santana of wrongdoing. This misunderstanding irrevocably alters Santana’s life.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.1
  25. 525BacurauMovie · 2019 · 131m · Mystery, Western, ThrillerIn the remote Brazilian backlands, the town of Bacurau is grieving the death of its 94-year-old matriarch, Carmelita. Shortly after her passing, the townspeople discover that Bacurau has disappeared from virtually all maps.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.7
  26. 526Amigo ArrigoMovie · 2019 · 77mArrigo Barnabé was a key figure in São Paulo's experimental music scene in the 1980s. He is known for his critically praised albums, including "Clara Crocodilo" (1980) and "Tubarões Voadores" (1984).IMDb 6.6
  27. 527She Comes Back on ThursdayMovie · 2016 · 108mThe film's simple title reflects its central theme: remaining grounded in everyday life. It follows Maria José and Norberto, a married couple of 35 years living in the suburbs of Belo Horizonte. Their marriage is struggling, prompting their two sons to question their own futures with their wives. The story is deliberately ordinary. How does one portray such subtle changes within the routine of daily life, amplified by a crisis? Director André Novais Oliveira filmed his own family – his parents, brother, and himself – allowing time for situations to develop through long takes. He uses wide shots to emphasize seemingly mundane moments: eating, cooking, watching television.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.2
  28. 528Estômago: A Gastronomic StoryMovie · 2007 · 113m · Drama, Comedy, MysteryIn a competitive world, Raimundo Nonato finds success through his cooking. Across different social circles, this seemingly gentle young man develops his culinary skills and sharpens his knives, and then he falls in love. Jorge's clever, humorous story uses food as a metaphor for ambition and staying alive.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.9
  29. 529Adorable TrapalhãoMovie · 1967 · 90mEpitácio, the driver for a widowed music businessman, is worried about his boss's loneliness. He attempts to find him a wife and sets him up with Lucy, the children's teacher who aspires to be a singer.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5
  30. 530TrashMovie · 2014 · 112m · Adventure, Crime, DramaIn Brazil, three children stumble upon something significant in a junkyard. Their discovery leads them on the run from the police as they attempt to correct a grave injustice.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
  31. 531HorácioMovie · 2019 · 86mHoracio, a retired smuggler living in a bizarre apartment with his daughter Petulia and loyal enforcer Milton, hides from the authorities. He keeps Petulia confined to her room while subtly pursuing Milton, harboring long-suppressed feelings for him. But Milton's affections lie with a mysterious woman, and Petulia makes efforts to escape her confinement with the help of an old flame, challenging Horacio’s controlling nature.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.5
  32. 532Sargento GetúlioMovie · 1983 · 85mIn the 1940s, a sergeant is tasked with escorting a political prisoner from Paulo Afonso to Aracaju, Brazil. Mid-journey, a government change occurs, and he receives orders to release the prisoner. However, he chooses to continue the journey.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.9
  33. 533Hard LaborMovie · 2011 · 99m · Drama, HorrorWhen Helena's husband is laid off, she takes a leap and opens her own grocery store. But as odd things start happening within the store, Helena begins to doubt her own mind.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
  34. 534Brazilian HolocaustMovie · 2016 · 90m · DocumentaryAcclaimed journalist Daniela Arbex investigates the atrocities committed at Colônia, a psychiatric hospital where over 60,000 individuals perished across several decades.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0
  35. 535Skull: The MaskMovie · 2020 · 89mAn ancient mask animates, taking on human form to carry out brutal acts of revenge for the god it represents.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.4
  36. 536Lower HouseMovie · 2018 · 152mIn 2016, a film crew gains access to the Brazilian Congress as politicians secretly scheme to remove the country's democratically elected president, Dilma Rousseff, from office.IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.4
  37. 537Com Licença, Eu Vou à LutaMovie · 1985 · 84mIn Nilópolis, fifteen-year-old Eliane, from a working-class family, develops a relationship with Otávio, a thirty-three-year-old divorced man. When Eliane's parents discover the relationship, they prohibit her from seeing him.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.4
  38. 538SubjectMovie · 2022 · 108mSeeking inspiration, celebrated novelist Max Madureira relocates to a secluded village. Ideas flow freely, but unexpectedly. Immersed in the feeling of inhabiting stories rather than connecting with people, Max discovers typed pages in his desk, purportedly written by the house's previous occupant. This unsettling find begins to erode Max’s confidence in his own creativity, his mental state, and even his reality.IMDb 7.4
  39. 539The Staple of NewsMovie · 2014 · 94mBen Jonson's 1625 play, "The Staple of News," explores the enduring challenges of journalism, offering a historical perspective relevant to today's Brazil. The play features journalists from different eras grappling with issues like choosing what stories to cover, the media's reluctance to acknowledge its own political influence, the unavoidable subjectivity of reporting, and the constant struggle to balance trustworthiness with the public's hunger for information.IMDb 7.6TMDB 8.5
  40. 540Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Lampião e Maria Bonita - O FilmeMovie · 2015 · 112mTMDB 7.2
  41. 541The Devil QueenMovie · 1974 · 100mThe criminal world of Rio is controlled by a powerful and ruthless woman. However, ruling is difficult when no one can be trusted. When she uses a informant to protect a loved one, a conspiracy against her begins to unfold.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.1
  42. 542Maria Bonita, Rainha do CangaçoMovie · 1968 · 98mThis romantic biography tells the story of Maria Bonita, the daughter of a poor farmer. She was kidnapped by the notorious outlaw Lampião and became his lover.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.0
  43. 543O Caçador de EsmeraldasMovie · 1979 · 101mThis is the story of Fernão Dias, a 17th-century Brazilian frontiersman famously called "the Emerald Hunter."IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0
  44. 544KuarupMovie · 1989 · 119mThis sweeping Brazilian film adapts Antonio Callado's acclaimed novel. The story unfolds between 1954 and 1964, centering on the journey of Jesuit priest Nando. Disillusioned with society, he journeys into the Amazon to live among and work with the Xingu Indians.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.3
  45. 545Machado do BrasilMovie · 2014 · 34mBrazilian literary giant Machado de Assis suddenly finds himself in the present day. He's met with doubt by the Brazilian Academy of Letters, who question his identity and claim he might be an imposter. Machado fiercely defends his claim to be the true founder of the Academy and its esteemed members.IMDb 5.3TMDB 8.2
  46. 546Under PressureMovie · 2016 · 85m · DramaA tense day unfolds in the emergency room of a hospital as surgeon Evandro and his team perform three risky operations. The patients – a drug dealer, a military police officer, and a wealthy child – are all victims of a shootout that occurred in a nearby slum.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4
  47. 547Friendly FireMovie · 1998 · 76mSet in 1970s Brazil, the film follows Miguel, Eloi, Osvaldo, and Paolo, who were involved in armed resistance against the military dictatorship, enduring torture and imprisonment for their actions. Years later, the four friends reunite. Only Miguel remains politically engaged. While looking at an old photograph from a political rally in São Paulo, he identifies a policeman present – the very officer who tortured them and was responsible for the death of Miguel's girlfriend. The policeman died a few years ago. During a fishing trip, Miguel reveals his discovery to his friends. As they seek out and confront their tormentor, they face internal conflicts and tensions with each other.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.7
  48. 548Tunga – RegistrosMovie · 2016 · 33m
  49. 549A Super FêmeaMovie · 1973 · 101mEva, a striking model, is cast in an advertising campaign for a groundbreaking new male contraceptive pill. However, convincing men to try it proves challenging, as many are skeptical and fear it will cause impotence.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.2
  50. 550All Nudity Shall Be PunishedMovie · 1973 · 102mA wealthy man has a relationship with a prostitute and becomes uncertain about his emotions for her. He struggles to distinguish between attraction and revulsion.IMDb 6.9TMDB 4.7
  51. 551The NightshifterMovie · 2019 · 110m · Thriller, Horror, MysteryStênio works the night shift at a morgue and can talk to the dead. Every night, the bodies brought in to him speak to him.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.0
  52. 552Good MannersMovie · 2017 · 136m · Fantasy, Horror, MysteryClara, a solitary nurse living in the suburbs of São Paulo, takes a job as nanny for wealthy and enigmatic Ana's baby before it's born. A close connection forms between the two women, but Clara soon uncovers a disturbing truth about the child.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5
  53. 553Morgue Story: Sangue, Baiacu e QuadrinhosMovie · 2009 · 78mAna Argento, a talented cartoon artist struggling with personal relationships, encounters two unusual individuals: Daniel Torres, a coroner with a sociopathic tendency and a history of rape, and Tom, a man who periodically falls into a catatonic state, who works as a life insurance salesman. Their paths cross only in a very specific location: the morgue.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  54. 554QuilomboMovie · 1984 · 120mIn 17th-century Brazil, Quilombo dos Palmares was a thriving, democratic society founded by escaped slaves. This film explores its origins as a refuge for all kinds of outcasts – including Indigenous people and Jews. Ganga Zumba (Toni Tornado) rises to become Quilombo's first elected leader in the Western Hemisphere. The Portuguese authorities seek to crush Zumba and his people, but the Quilombians are prepared to defend their freedom. Though the community ultimately falls, Zumba's followers continue his legacy in the hills. Director Carlos Diegues draws parallels between Quilombo's history and contemporary Brazil.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
  55. 555Fabricating Tom ZéMovie · 2006 · 90mThis documentary follows Brazilian musician Tom Zé during his 2005 European tour, offering an intimate look at his unique musical world. His compositions blend unconventional sounds, where a guitar and a vacuum cleaner hold equal melodic weight. Through personal interviews, Tom Zé recounts key moments from his life: his early 1960s beginnings, a difficult period in the 1970s, and his successful return to music in the 1990s.IMDb 7.6TMDB 4.0
  56. 556Enter the VoidMovie · 2010 · 161m · Fantasy, DramaA young American drug dealer and addict named Oscar lives in Tokyo with his prostitute sister, Linda. The film follows Oscar's spirit as it journeys through life after death. He relives memories of his parents before they died, witnesses his own autopsy in the present, and observes his sister from beyond the grave in the future. This is all experienced from Oscar’s perspective.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3
  57. 557Alien NightsMovie · 2023 · 91mRio Branco, a city in the Brazilian Amazon near the borders with Peru and Bolivia, is facing increased violence due to shifting trafficking routes. The lives of three young friends become entangled in this dangerous environment, leading them to a shared tragedy.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7
  58. 558Neojiba - Música Que TransformaMovie · 2020 · 81mThis documentary explores how the State Centers for Youth and Children Orchestras of Bahia have made a difference through their impactful community music programs.IMDb 8.5TMDB 9.5
  59. 559Os TrombadinhasMovie · 1979 · 91mIn São Paulo, a businessman launches a social project to help street children, known as "trombinhas." Discouraged by the police, he turns to the coach of the Santos Futebol Clube youth team for assistance.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.2
  60. 560Before, the SummerMovie · 1968 · 80mA successful middle-aged man builds a summer house in Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro – a symbol of his accomplishments, enjoyed with his wife and two children. However, as the house battles the elements, cracks begin to appear in his marriage. Adding to the unsettling atmosphere, a mysterious murder occurs nearby.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.3
  61. 561Grito da TerraMovie · 1964 · 83mIn the Brazilian countryside, local residents struggle against powerful landowners to protect their way of life.IMDb 6.8
  62. 562Campo GrandeMovie · 2015 · 108mBrazilian filmmaker Sandra Kogut presents a subtle and heartfelt story about the divide between social classes. A wealthy woman unexpectedly takes responsibility for two young siblings who are struggling with poverty.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
  63. 563Joanna FrancesaMovie · 1973 · 110mJoana is a refined and beautiful woman with many potential suitors and paths in life. She rejects Pierre, the French consul in São Paulo, and the ease of his world. Instead, she embraces the untamed landscape surrounding a landlord's farm, where her independent spirit blossoms. There, she fiercely protects her land – and the people around her – with a strength reminiscent of a 19th-century landowner.IMDb 6.0TMDB 4.3
  64. 564The Unscrupulous OnesMovie · 1962 · 100mWhen spoiled Vavá discovers his wealthy father is about to lose everything, he asks his friend Jandir for help. Their plan to quickly raise money involves blackmailing Vavá's uncle with compromising photos of his mistress, Leda.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.1
  65. 565OlgaMovie · 2004 · 141m · Drama, History, WarThis is based on the true story of Olga Benário, the German-born wife of Brazilian communist leader Luís Carlos Prestes. During the dictatorship of Getúlio Vargas (1930-1945), she was arrested and deported to Nazi Germany, where she was killed in a concentration camp. After World War II began, Vargas chose to support the Allied forces.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.1
  66. 566Lucio FlavioMovie · 1977 · 125m · Crime, DramaDuring the turbulent early 1970s, Brazil faced widespread political corruption and violence, leading to the rise of deadly paramilitary groups called death squads. Against this backdrop, a legendary bandit emerged, challenging these forces – the film’s protagonist. The movie explores his remarkable life and courageous fight against the Death Squads, offering a vivid portrayal of that difficult period. As he confronts deceit, betrayal, and brutality, his story becomes an inspiring tale of resilience, bravery, and justice amidst hardship. Featuring intense action and compelling character development, the film transports viewers to a time when one man's fight against oppression captivated the nation.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0
  67. 567Sweet ThievesMovie · 1977 · 106mFollowing an attack on a Hollywood film crew, a group of residents from a Rio de Janeiro community decides to make their own movie. The film will depict the reality of Brazil, focusing on the historical event of Inconfidência Mineira.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0
  68. 568The Girl from IpanemaMovie · 1967 · 89mThis film follows Márcia, a 17-year-old girl living a privileged life in the upscale Ipanema neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. She spends her days surrounded by artists, musicians, and intellectuals, attending parties and seemingly enjoying a carefree existence. However, beneath the surface, Márcia is deeply troubled. Inspired by the iconic song by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.2
  69. 569All the Women in the WorldMovie · 1966 · 90mA womanizer named Paulo encounters his friend's fiancée, and she profoundly alters his perspective on women. He falls deeply in love, perceiving her as embodying all the qualities he desires. This forces him to confront a significant choice: continue his previous lifestyle or embrace this unique connection and commit to monogamy.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.8
  70. 570Quelé do PajeúMovie · 1969 · 115mDriven by vengeance after his sister is raped by an unknown foreigner – identifiable only by a scar and a missing finger – a man embarks on a protracted and unexpected path to retribution.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7
  71. 571Netto Perde Sua AlmaMovie · 2002 · 102mThis is the story of a man who created his own nation.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.4
  72. 572The Other Side of the StreetMovie · 2004 · 98mRegina, a solitary 65-year-old neighborhood watch volunteer in Copacabana, thinks she saw a murder in the building across the street. This leads her to become involved with the suspect, setting off a dangerous series of events that compels her to re-evaluate her life.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3
  73. 573Executive OrderMovie · 2022 · 102m · Drama, Science FictionIn a future Brazil controlled by a strict government, black citizens are compelled to relocate to Africa as a way to reconnect with their ancestral roots. Amidst widespread fear and uncertainty, two cousins find shelter in an apartment. There, they discuss social and racial issues, united by a shared desire to leave their country.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
  74. 574Bar EsperanzaMovie · 1983 · 119mIn Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, a collection of unusual individuals come together at a well-known bar.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.7
  75. 575Girls from ABCMovie · 2003 · 130mAurélia, a young Black woman working in a São Paulo factory and living in a working-class neighborhood, faces turmoil when her boyfriend, Fábio, becomes involved with a racist neo-Nazi group.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.8
  76. 576The Time and Turn of Augusto MatragaMovie · 2011 · 110mThis film adapts a short story by Guimarães Rosa, a celebrated Brazilian author. It follows Augusto Matraga, a financially ruined and violent farmer who operates outside the legal system in the Minas Gerais countryside. Facing a perilous situation, he narrowly escapes death and experiences a spiritual awakening. Seeking redemption, Matraga embraces faith and diligent labor. Years later, he arrives at a village controlled by the region's powerful ruler and his enforcers. An unexpected friendship challenges Matraga's fate, as an internal conflict between his spiritual and more primal sides intensifies.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.8
  77. 577My Uncle Killed a GuyMovie · 2004 · 87m · Adventure, Comedy, CrimeÉder is arrested following a confession to a murder. His nephew, Duca, believes Éder confessed to protect his girlfriend, Soraya – the victim's ex-wife – and assembles two friends to investigate and uncover the truth.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2
  78. 578Madame SatãMovie · 2002 · 105m · Crime, Drama, RomanceRio de Janeiro, 1930s. João Francisco dos Santos exists on the fringes of society – a man with a complicated past as the son of slaves, a former convict, and known for his rough behavior. He's also a protector to those cast out by society, and openly gay. On stage at a cabaret, João transforms into the flamboyant performer Madame Satã.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
  79. 579Babenco: Tell Me When I DieMovie · 2020 · 74mFacing the final stages of cancer, acclaimed Argentine-Brazilian filmmaker Héctor Babenco (1946-2016) asks his wife Bárbara Paz for a final request: to portray him as the main character in his own story of dying.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  80. 580The FeverMovie · 2021 · 98mJustino, a 45-year-old member of the Desana people, works as a security guard at the Manaus harbor. His daughter is preparing to leave for Brasília. Shortly before her departure, Justino falls ill with a strange fever.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.1
  81. 581The Vampire of the CinemathequeMovie · 1976 · 64mFilmmaker Jairo Ferreira documents his life and friends on Super 8mm, transforming into a kind of vampire within the Cinemateca Brasileira in São Paulo. *O VAMPIRO DA CINEMATECA* presents Ferreira's poetic vision of "inventive cinema," deliberately avoiding a traditional plot. He blends everyday moments from the streets of São Paulo with scenes from classic films, shot from television or projected with his Super 8 camera. Drawing inspiration from cinema, poetry, and music, Ferreira creates a portrait of his era.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
  82. 582Tempos de Barbárie – Ato I: Terapia de VingançaMovie · 2023 · 115mWhen Carla's daughter is shot during a robbery and left in critical condition, Carla struggles to cope with the tragedy. Seeking solace in support groups, she tries to rebuild her life. Meanwhile, her husband, unable to accept his daughter's fate or the police's lack of progress, channels his grief into a relentless pursuit of justice – a quest that pushes him to confront his own limits.IMDb 4.6TMDB 7.0
  83. 583Rule 34Movie · 2023 · 101mSimone, a law student specializing in criminal law and women's rights, leads a double life. She works as a cam girl, performing live adult content online. One night, a video sparks her curiosity about BDSM, drawing her into a world of violence and erotic encounters that increasingly dominate her life.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.3
  84. 584PacarreteMovie · 2019 · 97mIn the small Brazilian town of Russas, Pacarrete, a curmudgeonly retired dance teacher, is on the verge of achieving her lifelong ambition: a chance to perform in a grand dance show for everyone. However, she faces some obstacles in making her dream a reality.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.8
  85. 585The Man from the FutureMovie · 2011 · 106m · Comedy, Fantasy, Science FictionZero is a brilliant scientist haunted by a past heartbreak: twenty years ago, he lost Helena, the woman he loved, in a public humiliation. An accidental activation of one of his inventions sends him hurtling back to 1991. Seeing a chance to alter his history, Zero returns to his own time to discover a world completely transformed.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2
  86. 586Braços Cruzados, Máquinas ParadasMovie · 1979 · 87mSão Paulo, May 1978. Three candidates vie for control of the Metalworkers' Union, the largest in Latin America, representing 300,000 workers and dominated by a military-backed leadership since 1964. As the Union holds elections, the first major workers' strikes that would reshape Brazil begin. *Braços Cruzados, Máquinas Paradas* presents a compelling account of the Brazilian trade union system's origins in fascist ideology.IMDb 8.0TMDB 10.0
  87. 587Wilsinho GaliléiaMovie · 1978 · 65mThis film chronicles the life of Wilsinho, a dangerous criminal by the age of fourteen. Repeated arrests followed him, culminating in his death at the home of his girlfriend, Geni, during a police confrontation.IMDb 7.3
  88. 588Dry MovieMovie · 2005 · 100mA television weatherman returns to his native Vale da Rocha in Northeast Brazil, a region ravaged by drought. There, he confronts both the harsh landscape and his personal past.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  89. 589DrainedMovie · 2006 · 112m · ComedyA pawn shop owner deals in used items from people in need, motivated as much by a desire for control as by profit. His carefully maintained power dynamic is disrupted when two unusual items – a specific piece of furniture and a plumbing problem – enter his world, leading to a complete loss of composure.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  90. 590Brave New LandMovie · 2000 · 104mDiogo, a cartographer and artist, is tasked with exploring and mapping the new territories of the Portuguese colonies in South America. Deep in the continent's interior, he encounters only wilderness and indigenous people with unfamiliar customs. However, Captain Pedro, a rough scout guiding him, draws Diogo into an accidental act of violence, unexpectedly binding him to this distant land. Meanwhile, the Portuguese colonists attempt to forge peace with the Guaicuru Indians, a tribe known for their horsemanship. But peace always comes at a cost.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.2
  91. 591SuperOutroMovie · 1989 · 46mA man with schizophrenia wanders the streets of Salvador, engaging in bizarre and attention-grabbing behavior. He ultimately attempts to realize his lifelong ambition: to fly over the city like a superhero.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
  92. 592Profane CowMovie · 2017 · 15mNádia, a transvestite, dreams of motherhood and becomes a mother. She is now a mother.IMDb 6.9
  93. 593Linha de MontagemMovie · 1982 · 90mThis documentary chronicles the significant strikes that occurred in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil, around 1979/1980. These events marked a pivotal moment, introducing Luís Inácio "Lula" da Silva, who would later become President of Brazil, to the national stage. It was also the period when the Workers' Party (PT) emerged as a major political force in Brazil.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2
  94. 594The DemiurgeMovie · 1972 · 77mThis vibrant film blends themes of exile with the story of the poet Rimbaud and the feminist movement. The filmmaker describes it as "super-intellectual: a fable-musical-philosophical-chanchada." He emphasizes the film's exploration of longing for Brazil and the desire of those in exile to return home. The concept originated from discussions between the musician and his father, who frequently spoke about pre-Socratic philosophy. Glauber Rocha considers "The Demiurge" to be the finest film examining exile, both as a subject and a state of being.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7
  95. 595Stories of SambaMovie · 2024 · 109mIn a bar, the legendary samba singer and composer Adoniran Barbosa recounts tales of a bygone São Paulo to a young waiter. He reminisces about his life with Joca and Mato Grosso in their shared home, and how their love for figures like Iracema inspired his music. His sambas are chronicles of a city consumed by relentless development.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  96. 596João, o MaestroMovie · 2017 · 117mJoão Carlos Martins faced a solitary childhood due to significant health issues. Then, the piano entered his life. He emerged as a determined child who, within a few years, became one of the world's most promising classical musicians.IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.2
  97. 597CâncerMovie · 1972 · 86mThe film explores the persistent struggles of individuals grappling with psychological and social turmoil. It depicts violence among outlaws, conflicts between men and women, and clashes between the police and society.IMDb 6.8TMDB 8.0
  98. 598As MeninasMovie · 1995 · 92mIn Brazil's military dictatorship, three university students – Lorena, Lia, and Ana Clara – from diverse backgrounds find friendship at a convent boarding house in São Paulo. Despite their differences, they forge a close bond, sharing their personal struggles and aspirations, supporting each other until an inevitable parting forces them apart.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.9
  99. 599Light in Darkness: The Return of Red Light BanditMovie · 2012 · 83mAfter meeting his father, who has been in prison for three decades, Jorge, the illegitimate son of the notorious Red Light Bandit, chooses to follow in his footsteps and embrace a life of crime.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.2
  100. 600A Montanha dos Sete EcosMovie · 1963A young man is driven to banditry by circumstances beyond his control. He seeks vengeance for his father's death, a defenseless victim of a powerful landowner who exploited farmers in rural Bahia during the early 20th century.

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