Cast: Babu Santana

Direction Fernando Meirelles · Kátia Lund

Cast Alexandre Rodrigues · Leandro Firmino · Phellipe Haagensen · Douglas Silva

Synopsis City of God (2002) is a gripping narrative set in a Rio de Janeiro housing project, initially constructed in the 1960s, which by the early 1980s had evolved into one of the city's most perilous locales. The film weaves together...

Direction Fernando Meirelles · Kátia Lund · Regina Casé · Paulo Morelli

Cast Darlan Cunha · Douglas Silva · Jonathan Haagensen · Camila Monteiro

Synopsis City of Men (TV Series) (2002) is a compelling Brazilian television series that aired from 2002 to 2018, spanning 6 seasons and 27 episodes. This unique take on the Latin American telenovela format presents life in Rio de Janeiro through...

Direction Marcos Jorge

Cast João Miguel · Fabiula Nascimento · Babu Santana · Carlo Briani

Synopsis Estomago: A Gastronomic Story (2007) follows the journey of Raimundo Nonato, a man who carves out an unconventional path in life through his culinary skills. In a world where some feast while others go hungry, Raimundo finds his niche in...

Direction Paulo Morelli

Cast Douglas Silva · Darlan Cunha · Jonathan Haagensen · Camila Monteiro

Synopsis City of Men (2007) follows the journey of inseparable friends Acerola and Laranjinha as they approach their 18th birthdays. Their bond is tested when they uncover hidden truths about their fathers' pasts, which were previously unknown to them. These revelations...

Direction Oriol Ferrer

Cast Eduard Fernández · Sergi López · Mónica López · Clara Segura

Synopsis Barefoot on Red Soil (TV Miniseries) (2013) delves into the compelling life journey of Bishop Pere Casaldàliga, beginning with his arrival in São Félix do Araguaia, Brazil. The miniseries chronicles his relentless advocacy for the impoverished and indigenous communities, as...

Direction Mauro Lima

Cast Robson Nunes · Babu Santana · Alinne Moraes · Cauã Reymond

Synopsis Tim Maia (2014) chronicles the life of the iconic Brazilian singer, from his formative years in Rio de Janeiro to his untimely passing at 55. The film delves into his transformative journey to the United States, where he encounters a...

Direction Helvécio Ratton

Cast Alexandre Moreno · Adolfo Moura · Babu Santana · Benjamim Abras

Synopsis Something in the Air (2002) follows the inspiring journey of four friends who embark on a daring venture to establish a community pirate radio station named Rádio Favela within a slum. Their mission is to amplify the voices of the...

Direction Julia Murat

Cast Sol Miranda · Lucas Andrade · Lorena Comparato · Isabella Mariotto

Synopsis Rule 34 (2022) follows Simone, a dedicated law student who discovers a fervor for advocating for women in abuse cases. However, her personal sexual curiosities draw her into a dark realm filled with violence and eroticism.

Direction Roberto Carminati · Frederico Mayrink · Leonardo Nogueira · Luciano Sabino

Cast Juliana Paes · Laura Cardoso · Christiane Torloni · Bruno Gagliasso

Direction Lucía Murat

Cast Grace Passô · Joana de Verona · Marco Antonio Caponi · Alex Brasil

Synopsis Praça Paris (2017) follows the journey of Glória, a resilient woman from Rio de Janeiro, as she navigates her life while grappling with the emotional scars left by an abusive father and a brother involved in drug dealing. In her...

Direction Ayisha Abraham · Chantal Akerman · Pedro Costa · Vicente Ferraz

Cast Shyam Bahadur · Jurandyr Ferreira · Jenjira Jansuda · Sakda Kaewbuadee

Direction Paul Leduc

Cast Peter Fonda · Lázaro Ramos · Milton Gonçalves · Antonella Costa

Synopsis Cobrador, In God We Trust (2006) delves into the complexities of contemporary society, exploring themes of global violence and its interconnectedness. The narrative weaves together a series of murders occurring in diverse locations such as Brazil, New York, and Miami,...

Direction Vitor Brandt

Cast Marcos Veras · Julia Rabello · Rafinha Bastos · Bento Ribeiro

Direction Caio Cobra

Cast Juliane Araújo · Lazuli Barbosa · Aline Borges · Rainer Cadete

Synopsis Intervenção, É Proibido Morrer (2021) follows the journey of Larissa, a dedicated individual who joins the Rio Military Police with a strong commitment to the principle of safeguarding the community. Her story unfolds as she navigates the challenges and responsibilities...

Direction Nelson Yu Lik-wai

Cast Jô Odagiri · Anthony Wong · Domingos Antonio · Crystal Huang

Synopsis Plastic City (2008) unfolds in the vibrant, multi-ethnic neighborhood of Liberdade, São Paulo, home to the world's largest Japanese immigrant community. This bustling district is a hub for both legitimate and illicit activities, where individuals from diverse backgrounds converge for...

Direction Juliana Reis

Cast Gustavo Machado · Caco Ciocler · Julio Adrião · Dedina Bernardelli

Direction Marcos Jorge

Cast Babu Santana · Lázaro Ramos · Adriana Esteves · Milhem Cortaz

Synopsis Mundo Cão (2016) is set in São Paulo, 2007, where Santana earns a living as a dog catcher, rounding up stray animals. He is known for his amiable nature and has managed to steer clear of violence in his personal...

Direction Lucía Murat

Cast Vinícius D'Black · Monique Soares · Rafael Mariano · Elisa Lucinda

Synopsis Another Love Story (2007) is a modern retelling of the classic tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, set against the backdrop of the harsh and dangerous Favela da Maré, one of the largest and most violent slums in Rio de Janeiro....

Direction Júlio Fischer · Duca Rachid · Joana Antonaccio · André Câmara

Cast Camila Queiroz · Mariana Ximenes · Diogo Almeida · Daniel Rangel

Synopsis Perfect Love (2023) follows the journey of young Marcelino as he navigates the complexities of love and its various forms while pursuing his ultimate dream: reuniting with his mother. Set against the backdrop of the 1940s, this heartwarming tale draws...

Direction Matias Mariani · Heitor Dhalia

Cast Alex Teix · Raphael Logam · Rômulo Braga · Babu Santana

Synopsis O Jogo que Mudou a História (2023) is a gripping Brazilian television series rooted in actual events. The narrative unfolds across the tumultuous decades of the 1970s and 1980s, chronicling the emergence and escalation of drug trafficking in the vibrant...