Ubirajara

A silent-era tribal drama that unfolds at a solemn, ceremonial pace, rich in honor and rivalry but distant and slow for modern eyes.

Directed by

Luiz de Barros

Starring

Álvaro Fonseca, Antônia Denegri, Otília Amorim

Overview

Ubirajara, chief of the Araguaias, is engaged to Jandyra. One day, however, he falls in love with Aracy, daughter of Itaquê, chief of the Tocantins and sister of Pojucã, his prisoner. He frees Pojucã so he can declare war on Itaquê and retrieve his daughter. Itaquê is wounded by other enemies and goes blind. The two tribes unite and elect Ubirajara as chief.

How it feels

Earnest, romantic and melancholic. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Love, war, power, betrayal

Content

Mild violence and gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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