Cast: Maria Gladys

Direction Ruy Guerra

Cast Átila Iório · Nelson Xavier · Maria Gladys · Leonidas Bayer

Synopsis The Guns (1963) unfolds in a severely impoverished area of Northeast Brazil, where a contingent of soldiers is tasked with preventing the local inhabitants from raiding a crucial food storage facility. The narrative delves into the tensions and conflicts that...

Direction Daniel Filho

Cast Glória Pires · Tony Ramos · Thiago Lacerda · Danielle Winits

Synopsis If I Were You (2006) follows the story of Claudio, a publicist, and Helena, a housewife and choral teacher, who, despite being married for many years, struggle to comprehend and value each other's emotions and perspectives. Claudio views Helena as...

Direction Neville de Almeida

Cast Ovídio Abreu · Pedro Aguinaga · Tamur Aimara · Arminda Amorim

Synopsis Rio Babilonia (1983) follows the escapades of a public relations specialist who is tasked with escorting a wealthy American through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. Throughout his journey, he finds himself entangled in a whirlwind of eccentric events,...

Direction Júlio Bressane

Cast Luiz Fernando Guimarães · Karen Acioly · Regina Casé · Hélio Ary

Synopsis Brás Cubas (1985) presents a bold and irreverent take on Machado de Assis's renowned novel "Memórias Póstumas de Brás Cubas." The film follows the narrative of a deceased individual who recounts his romantic escapades and thrilling experiences, with a particular...

Direction Tande Bressane · Cininha de Paula · Leandro Neri · Marcelo Zambelli

Cast Cynthia Falabella · Miguel Falabella · John Flavio · Karin Hils

Direction Neville de Almeida

Cast Cláudia Raia · Louise Cardoso · Alexandre Frota · Maria Gladys

Synopsis Killed the Family and Went to the Movies (1991) unfolds in Rio de Janeiro, where a young man named Bebeto, following a heated argument with his parents, commits a shocking act by killing his family. He then proceeds to a...

Direction Júlio Bressane

Cast Norma Bengell · Hugo Carvana · Neville de Almeida · Maria Gladys

Synopsis The Angel Was Born (1969) follows the chilling journey of Urtiga and Santamaria, two ruthless and sadistic killers. Santamaria, who claims to have encountered an angel, exhibits a mystical and unsettling demeanor. The duo evades a police siege in a...

Direction Mario Abbade

Cast Ruy Gardnier · Jorge Mautner · Pedro Aguinaga · Marco Altberg

Synopsis Neville D'Almeida: Cronista da Beleza e do Caos (2018) delves into the significant contributions of filmmaker Neville D'Almeida through a rich collection of rare visuals, extensive interviews, and a comprehensive array of archival and audiovisual resources. The documentary aims to...

Direction Rogério Sganzerla

Cast Helena Ignez · Jorge Loredo · Maria Gladys · Luiz Gonzaga

Synopsis Sem Essa, Aranha (1970) follows the thrilling life of a banker who operates as a key figure in international dealings. He navigates a perilous existence surrounded by three captivating women: a blonde, a brunette, and a dark-haired lover. The narrative...

Direction Júlio Bressane

Cast Grande Otélo · Joel Barcellos · Maria Gladys · Wilson Grey

Synopsis Agonia (1978) follows the story of a clairvoyant woman who crosses paths with a fugitive murderer. When he offers her a lift, an intense and ill-fated romantic entanglement unfolds between them.

Direction Antonio Carlos da Fontoura

Cast Odete Lara · Carlo Mossy · Paulo Gracindo · Lícia Magna

Synopsis Copacabana Me Engana (1968) follows the story of Marquinhos, a young man in his early 20s residing in the vibrant neighborhood of Copacabana with his middle-class parents and older sibling. Unemployed and unmotivated, Marquinhos spends his days watching television, playing...

Direction Neville de Almeida

Cast Sérgio Bandeira · Neville de Almeida · Damião Experiência · Érico Freitas

Synopsis Mangue Bangue (1971) explores the parallels between human and animal behavior to shed light on the socio-economic dynamics of Brazil during the period known as the "Brazilian Economic Miracle" of the 1970s. The film delves into the complexities of urban...

Direction Felipe Bragança · Marina Meliande

Cast Clara Barbieri · César Cardadeiro · Flora Dias · Maria Gladys

Synopsis The Joy (2010) is a compelling narrative about youth and bravery, focusing on Luiza, a 16-year-old who is weary of hearing about the impending doom. On a fateful Christmas Eve, her cousin João is shot in a impoverished area of...

Direction André Felipe Binder · Rogério Gomes · Leandro Neri · Roberto Talma

Cast Adriana Esteves · Zezé Polessa · Wagner Moura · Marcos Pasquim

Synopsis A Lua Me Disse (TV Series) (2005) follows the journey of Heloísa, a former nanny who develops romantic feelings for a member of her employer's family. Following her boss's passing, Heloísa gains custody of her employer's 15-year-old daughter, Branca, who...

Direction Antônio Calmon

Cast Cláudio Marzo · Norma Bengell · Suzana de Moraes · Hugo Carvana

Synopsis O Capitão Bandeira Contra o Dr. Moura Brasil (1971) follows the story of a prosperous manager whose life takes a dark turn when a malevolent figure, Dr. Moura Brasil, begins to invade his dreams, causing him to question his reality...

Direction Silvio Tendler

Cast Camila Amado · Jorge Amado · Paulo Autran · Bruno Barreto

Synopsis Glauber o Filme, Labirinto do Brasil (2003) delves into the life and work of Brazilian filmmaker Glauber Rocha, a pivotal figure in the influential "Cinema Novo" movement. The documentary features insightful interviews with Rocha's friends and colleagues, offering a comprehensive...

Direction Hugo Carvana

Cast Marilia Pêra · Hugo Carvana · Paulo César Peréio · Silvia Bandeira

Synopsis Bar esperança, o ultimo que fecha (1982) follows a motley crew of individuals who frequent a beloved bar in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, as it faces imminent closure to accommodate a new skyscraper. The diverse group, comprising intellectuals, artists, and...

Direction Júlio Bressane

Cast Maria Gladys · Wilson Grey · Helena Ignez · Grande Otélo

Synopsis A Família do Barulho (1970) follows the chaotic lives of an unconventional family residing in Rio de Janeiro. The family unit is made up of a prostitute and two gay men, one of whom is robust and the other delicate...

Direction Hugo Carvana

Cast Paulo Betti · Cláudia Borioni · Laura Cardoso · Pedro Cardoso

Direction Dennis Carvalho · Ricardo Waddington

Cast Regina Duarte · Antonio Fagundes · Glória Pires · Cássio Gabus Mendes

Synopsis Vale Tudo (TV Series) (1988) spans 204 episodes (1988-1989) and centers around Fátima Accioly, a young and ruthless woman driven by an insatiable desire for wealth and success, regardless of the cost. Following the sale of her family's rural home,...