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7.2·1967·108 min·Português·Directed by Glauber Rocha
The political game without marked cards
Drama
Synopsis
Eldorado, a fictitious country in America, is sparkling with the internal struggle for political power. In the eye of this social convulsion, the jaded journalist Paulo Martins opposes two equally corrupt political candidates: a pseudopopulist and a conservative. In this context, Paulo is torn between the madness of the elite and the blind submission of the masses. But, in this complex tropical reality, nothing really is what it seems to be.
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Maarten Delfgou★5/10Feb 28, 2022
The original title of the film is Terra em Transe.
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soonertboneVIP★5/10Mar 13, 2025
Experience marred by poor subtitles, but I could appreciate the beautiful filmmaking. The editing and score were gripping, building waves of tension that really popped off the screen. Felt like such a vibrant departure from all the Brazilian movies I've seen from the 40 years prior.
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majojVIPJan 6, 2025
Terra em Transe (1967), directed by Glauber Rocha, echoes the style of Deus e o Diabo na Terra do Sol with its allegorical approach and bold visuals. However, its fragmented narrative, while politically significant, lacks the emotional pull to fully engage. The film often feels like a parade of prominent figures of the time, leaning into spectacle and flamboyance. Despite its historical importance, its excessive grandeur has not aged well, diminishing its lasting impact.
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