Cast: José Dumont

Direction Walter Salles

Cast Rodrigo Santoro · José Dumont · Rita Assemany · Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos

Synopsis Behind the Sun (2001) follows the journey of a young man who is commanded by his father to seek retribution for the killing of his elder sibling. This directive forces him to confront the entrenched cycle of violence that has...

Direction Jayme Monjardim · Marcelo Barreto · Carlos Magalhães · Roberto Naar

Cast Paulo Gorgulho · Cláudio Marzo · Cristiana Oliveira · Marcos Winter

Synopsis Pantanal (TV Series) (1990) follows the life of Jose Leoncio, a prominent landowner in the vast and wild Pantanal region. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a wealthy woman from Rio de Janeiro. Intrigued by her, he...

Direction Eliane Caffé

Cast José Dumont · Suely Franco

Synopsis The Cambridge Squatter (2015) delves into the extraordinary circumstances of Brazilian homeless individuals and refugees who collectively occupy an abandoned structure in the heart of São Paulo. The documentary captures the constant stress and uncertainty stemming from the looming threat...

Direction Suzana Amaral

Cast Marcelia Cartazo · José Dumont · Tamara Taxman · Fernanda Montenegro

Synopsis Hour of the Star (1985) unfolds in the vibrant city of Berlin during the year 1986, where the narrative revolves around a talented actress, portrayed by Marcélia Cartaxo, who is recognized for her exceptional performance. The film delves into the...

Direction Stephen Daldry

Cast Rickson Tevez · Eduardo Luis · Gabriel Weinstein · Rooney Mara

Synopsis Trash (2014) follows the journey of three impoverished children in Rio de Janeiro who stumble upon a mysterious find while scavenging through a landfill. Their discovery inadvertently entangles them in a dangerous web of corruption and violence, forcing them to...

Direction Marcelo Brennand

Cast Thomas Aquino · Rodrigo García · Carla Salle · José Dumont

Synopsis Curral (2020) unfolds as a gripping political drama in the rural Brazilian town of Gravatá, where the mayoral elections spark a fierce divide between the Blue and Red parties, two dominant political factions vying for control. Amidst a severe drought,...

Direction Júlia Pacheco Jordão · Luis Carone

Cast Marco Pigossi · Alessandra Negrini · Jéssica Córes · Julia Konrad Viezzer

Synopsis Invisible City (TV Series) (2021) delves into a hidden realm where legendary beings, deeply rooted in Brazilian folklore, coexist beneath the surface of everyday life. The narrative unfolds as a seasoned detective becomes entangled in a complex murder case, thrusting...

Direction Tizuka Yamasaki

Cast Kyoko Tsukamoto · Antonio Fagundes · Jiro Kawarazaki · Gianfrancesco Guarnieri

Synopsis Gaijin, a Brazilian Odyssey (1980) chronicles the true-life journey of Japanese immigrants who embarked on a voyage to Brazil in pursuit of improved living conditions. The narrative delves into the hardships and challenges they encountered as they sought to establish...

Direction Bruno Barreto

Cast Paulo Gracindo · Cristina Aché · Paulo Guarnieri · Ligia Diniz

Synopsis Amor bandido (1978) follows Rio de Janeiro's dedicated police investigator, Galvão, as he juggles two critical missions. Professionally, he is on the hunt for a serial killer targeting taxi drivers. Personally, he is searching for his estranged daughter, Sandra, whom...

Direction Nelson Pereira dos Santos

Cast Carlos Vereza · Glória Pires · Nildo Parente · José Dumont

Synopsis Memórias do Cárcere (1984) chronicles the experiences of Graciliano Ramos during his incarceration, following his designation as a disruptive figure by the ruling authorities. The film delves into the personal and political struggles Ramos faced while confined, offering a poignant...

Direction Lírio Ferreira

Cast Guilherme Weber · Giulia Gam · José Dumont · Mariana Lima

Synopsis Árido Movie (2005) follows the journey of a meteorologist employed by a television network who returns to his birthplace, Vale da Rocha, a region in Northeast Brazil that has been severely affected by a prolonged drought. During his visit, he...

Direction Geraldo Sarno

Cast Rubens de Falco · Sura Berditchevsky · Nildo Parente · Joffre Soares

Synopsis Colonel Delmira Gouveia (1978) unfolds in the early 20th century in the Northeast region of Brazil, where a pioneering Brazilian industrialist faces relentless persecution. The industrialist's steadfast refusal to sell his enterprise to a powerful British company sets the stage...

Direction Arnaldo Jabor

Cast Fernanda Montenegro · Paulo Gracindo · Maria Sílvia · Zezé Motta

Synopsis Everything's Alright (1978) follows a typical middle-class family as they embark on a seemingly routine apartment renovation. However, the project quickly spirals out of control due to the relentless noise, unexpected interactions with the workers, and a series of bizarre...

Direction Adolfo Rosenthal

Cast José Dumont · Giselle Itié · Aline Nepomuceno · Fernando Pavão

Synopsis The Miracle of the Birds (TV) (2012) follows the story of a modern-day troubadour who is a father to nine children and maintains three families across different locations in the interior of Bahia. His life takes an unexpected turn when...

Direction Paulo Thiago

Cast Paulo José · Giulia Gam · Chico Díaz · Bete Coelho

Synopsis Policarpo Quaresma, Herói do Brasil (1998) follows the journey of a staunchly patriotic and somewhat chauvinistic major named Policarpo. Driven by a fervent desire to address Brazil's challenges, he seeks solutions that exclusively utilize the resources available within his own...

Direction Eliane Caffé

Cast José Dumont · Nelson Xavier · Matheus Nachtergaele · Rui Resende

Synopsis Narradores de Javé (2003) follows the journey of Antônio Biá, who is entrusted by the unlettered residents of the tiny village of Javé with the task of chronicling their town's history. The villagers hope that by documenting their past, they...

Direction Vinicius Coimbra

Cast Júlio Andrade · Chico Anysio · Rômulo Braga · Ivan de Almeida

Synopsis A Hora e a Vez de Augusto Matraga (2011) follows the journey of Augusto Matraga, a once-wealthy and aggressive farmer who resides in the remote regions of Minas Gerais, living beyond the reach of the law. After encountering a perilous...

Direction Moacyr Góes

Cast Luigi Baricelli · Giovanna Antonelli · Marcelo Rossi · José Wilker

Direction Andrucha Waddington · Mini Kerti

Cast Júlio Andrade · Marjorie Estiano · Stepan Nercessian · Tatsu Carvalho

Synopsis Sob Pressão (TV Series) (2017) is a gripping medical drama that delves into the intense and often chaotic world of a struggling hospital located in the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. The series masterfully weaves together the personal and professional...

Direction Miguel Faria Jr.

Cast Tarcísio Meira · Sandra Bréa · Anselmo Vasconcelos · Silvia Bandeira

Synopsis República dos Assassinos (1979) is a gripping cinematic portrayal of a clandestine police unit operating in Rio de Janeiro during the tumultuous 1970s. This elite squad, sanctioned by the state governor and backed by a powerful senator, functions as a...