Bicho do Mato
Bicho do Mato

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Bicho do Mato

2018
Movie
15 min
Portuguese

A heavy rainstorm destroyed everything in the land where Jussara and her family inhabited. With no alternative, they moved to a big city.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ulysses GerbaldiGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the vast Amazon rainforest, a young woman named Marina embarks on a journey of self-discovery after her father's death. She encounters a mysterious indigenous man, leading to a forbidden romance that challenges societal norms and her own understanding of love and belonging. Their relationship becomes a symbol of the clash between traditional ways of life and modernization.

Critical Reception

Bicho do Mato received a mixed reception from critics, with praise directed at its visual beauty and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the narrative to be predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences seemed to appreciate the exploration of cultural themes and the romantic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning cinematography capturing the Amazonian landscape.

  • The performances, particularly from Daniele Suzuki, were highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some critics found the plot's development to be slow and lacking originality.

Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Bicho do Mato' is not widely available through Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Amazon rainforest, utilizing its natural beauty as a significant backdrop and character within the narrative.

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