The grandfather of a former child star decides to become a superhero. The angst grandson will need to become a superhero's sidekick in order to help his grandfather to face aging with the same bravery that embodies the hero Captain Astúcia.
Acting
Fernando Teixeira balances absurdity and pathos without tipping.
Writing
Grandpa's catchphrase lands differently each time it's spoken.
Costume
The homemade Captain Astúcia suit deserves its own credit.
Director
Filipe Gontijo
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Captain Astúcia's name translates to 'Captain Cunning,' a nod to Brazilian cordel literature folk heroes.
Yudi Tamashiro, who plays Akira Laser, was an actual 2000s Brazilian child star, casting that blurs reality and fiction.
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