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Between Valleys
This is the story of Vicente, a successful, married, economist with a nine-year-old son. It also tells the story of Antônio, the same man, living as a hugadores—one of the homeless, trash scavengers who live and work in Brazil’s enormous garbage dumps. Vicente seems to have it all, but as we watch his life begins to crumble little by little. Meanwhile, Antônio, already at rock bottom, struggles to rebuild his life.
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Plot Summary
A thriller centered around a strained father-son relationship. When a father tries to reconnect with his estranged son, their camping trip takes a dark turn. They find themselves entangled in a dangerous situation that forces them to confront their past and fight for their survival.
Critical Reception
Between Valleys received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the attempt at a suspenseful thriller with familial drama, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is largely considered a B-movie effort.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a tense atmosphere but often falls flat due to predictable plot points.
Performances are generally considered adequate but not enough to elevate the weak script.
The thriller elements are undermined by a lack of compelling character development.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in rural Pennsylvania, aiming for an isolated and atmospheric setting that unfortunately did not resonate strongly with audiences or critics.
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