Tolerância
Tolerância

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Tolerância

2000
Movie
100 min
Portuguese

Julius is a photographer working as a men's magazine photo retoucher. His wife, Marcia, is a criminal lawyer who defends Teodoro, a squatter accused of murder. For years they had a quiet wedlock. However, Marcia gets involved with her client, and as revenge, Julius sleeps with Ana Maria, a friend of their daughter Guida. From this episode on, their lives are no longer the same.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Carlos AvanciniGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Set in a small Brazilian town, the film explores the complexities of relationships and societal intolerance through the story of a respected doctor who becomes involved with a younger woman. Their affair triggers a chain of events that exposes the hypocrisy and prejudices lurking beneath the town's tranquil surface. The narrative delves into themes of desire, betrayal, and the consequences of challenging established norms.

Critical Reception

Tolerância received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its exploration of social issues and strong performances, especially from lead actors José Dumont and Flávia Alessandra. While some critics found the pacing occasionally slow, the film was largely appreciated for its mature handling of sensitive themes and its portrayal of small-town dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thematic depth and exploration of intolerance.

  • Applauded for the strong performances of its lead actors.

  • Some found the narrative pacing to be uneven.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with a focus on capturing the atmosphere of a typical Brazilian interior town.

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