The Time and Turn of Augusto Matraga

A Hora e a Vez de Augusto Matraga

Based on Guimarães Rosa's (classic Brazilian author) short story, the movie tells the story of Augusto Matraga, a bankrupt and violent farmer who lives above the Law in Minas Gerais' hinterland. During a difficult time, he finds himself in the middle of a trap that nearly kills him. Born again, Matraga resorts to faith and hard work in the pursuit of redemption. Years later, he arrives at the village reigned by the hinterland's ruler and his thugs. This new friendship will challenge his destiny. Inside Matraga, the Saint and the Warrior will duel until his time comes.

Réalisation

Vinicius Coimbra

Scénario

Vinicius Coimbra

Scénario

Manuela Dias

Statut

Sorti

Sortie

02/01/2011

Langue originale

Portugais