Abolição

A solemn historical drama that immerses you in the struggle for freedom, balancing intimate personal stories with the weight of social change.

Created by

Walter Avancini, Wilson Aguiar Filho

Genres

Drama

Starring

Luiz Antonio Pilar, Léa Garcia, Thiago Justino

Overview

'Abolição' shows how much the liberation of the enslaved transformed the structures of Brazilian society, both in the countryside and in the city, and the changes generated in the lives of black people themselves. The narrative is centered on the period in which the Lei Áurea was about to be signed by Princess Isabel, on May 13, 1888. At that time, the abolitionist theme was widely discussed in urban centers, while in rural areas slavery relations were still established. The enslaved Iná Inerã, spiritual leader and warrior, represents the fight to maintain African identity at any price, paid with her own life, if necessary. Journalist Lucas, in turn, is a freed black man who believes in peaceful integration between whites and blacks.

How it feels

Earnest, tense, melancholic and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Race, freedom, identity, power

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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

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