No Coração dos Deuses
No Coração dos Deuses

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No Coração dos Deuses

1999
Movie
95 min
Portuguese

Following the clues of a map, a boy and some adventurers go into the forest in search of treasure from the pioneers, and end up going back two centuries in time, in search of the legendary Minas dos Martírios.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Vicky JonesGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Adventure

Plot Summary

In ancient times, the wise and powerful god, Mielikki, sought to bring balance to the world by creating a divine artifact. However, his plan was thwarted by the mischievous god, Loki, who stole the artifact and scattered its pieces across the land. Now, a brave young hero must embark on a perilous quest to retrieve the fragments and restore order before the world is plunged into eternal chaos.

Critical Reception

This fantasy adventure film received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. Praised for its ambitious visual effects and adventurous storyline, it was also noted for its sometimes convoluted plot and uneven pacing. It found a dedicated following for its imaginative world-building and the charismatic performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with imaginative set pieces.

  • A fun, albeit sometimes predictable, fantasy adventure.

  • Brendan Fraser and Sarah Michelle Gellar deliver engaging performances.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's adventurous spirit and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many appreciated the fantasy elements and the attempt at epic storytelling, though some found the plot to be a bit thin in places.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Brazil, with many of the spectacular natural landscapes of the Amazon rainforest serving as the backdrop for the story.

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