A disillusioned psychologist tries to commit suicide until he strikes up a friendship with an unlikely saviour who teaches him a new way of living.
Acting
César Troncoso's wily, wounded Mestre steals every scene.
Cinematography
São Paulo's underbelly shot with unexpected warmth.
Writing
Dialogue that sounds like parables until it cuts deep.
Director
Jayme Monjardim
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Augusto Cury's bestselling novel series; Brazil's answer to The Alchemist but significantly more depressed.
The film sparked debate about 'poverty tourism' in Brazilian cinema — is Mestre a wise fool or a condescending stereotype?
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