I Married a Xavante

This documentary-style drama follows the story of a young Brazilian woman who leaves her urban life to live with the Xavante indigenous tribe in the Amazon. It explores her integration into their culture, her marriage to a Xavante man, and the challenges and discoveries she experiences.

"I Married a Xavante" was noted for its ethnographic approach and its attempt to bridge the gap between Brazilian urban society and its indigenous populations. While praised for its sincerity and visual documentation, some critics found its dramatic elements to be somewhat staged. It offered a rare glimpse into a specific tribal life for audiences of its time.

• Praised for its ambitious portrayal of cross-cultural integration.

• Appreciated for its visual documentation of Xavante life.

• Commented on for the blend of documentary and dramatic elements.

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The film was directed by Anselmo Duarte, who would later achieve international acclaim for his film "O Pagador de Promessas" (The Given Word), which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1962.