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A Síndrome Cacareco (A verdade na cara)
Iago and Daniel are brothers and are unemployed. Neither seems to have a future, but Iago has at least an illusion: wants to run the elections. Wishful thinking, because it is Down syndrome. Contrary to many people's interests and opinion of his own mother, Iago succeed in the elections. A candidate who does not lie: what is seen on the face. As a modern "Cacareco" rhino-Sao Paulo Zoo, which won an election-Iago will become a political danger and try to remove him from the race with all the weapons that demagoguery left to the powerful. But Iago is much harder than its appearance suggests. Your example will leave Daniel regains his nihilism and hope for the future.
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Plot Summary
This mockumentary follows the life of Cacareco, a street-smart parrot with a unique personality. The film explores his daily routines, interactions with his human companions, and his surprising insights into human behavior. It humorously delves into the concept of animal intelligence and the peculiar dynamics of pet ownership.
Critical Reception
A Síndrome Cacareco was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike for its quirky humor and unconventional approach to documentary filmmaking. It was praised for its originality and its ability to entertain while offering a lighthearted commentary on human nature through the eyes of a parrot.
What Reviewers Say
A charming and humorous mockumentary.
Offers a unique perspective on human behavior.
Entertaining and unexpectedly insightful.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this niche film, but general sentiment points to it being a fun and lighthearted watch, appreciated for its originality and humorous take on animal-human relationships.
Fun Fact
The film's unique premise and title are inspired by the famous 1959 election of a rhinoceros named Cacareco as honorary mayor of São Paulo, Brazil, though this film focuses on a parrot.
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