O Coronel e o Lobisomem
Colonel Furtado struggles to keep his lands, the Sobradinho Farm, and win the heart of his cousin Esmeraldina. In the process, he fights big beasts, experiences the taste of a bohemian life in town, fends usurers and thieves off, and uses all his cunning to get rid of haunting entities. His rival is the man he was brought up with, Pernambuco Nogueira, a werewolf.
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Plot Summary
In the Brazilian countryside, Colonel Justino is a powerful landowner who is secretly a werewolf. He struggles to control his lycanthropic urges, especially when a beautiful young woman named Sarita arrives in town, stirring both his desire and his primal instincts. The villagers live in fear of the mysterious beast that roams the night, unaware that the source of their terror is their respected leader.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its unique blend of horror and comedy, and its strong performances, particularly from Reginaldo Faria. Some critics found the pacing uneven, but overall it was seen as an entertaining and quirky take on the werewolf myth.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its humor and dark fantasy elements.
- Reginaldo Faria's performance as the werewolf colonel was a standout.
- Some noted the film's campy charm and unique Brazilian folklore twist.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Brazilian author José Cândido de Assis, published in 1959.
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