The Rogue's Trial

A warm, absurd political fable that mixes broad comedy with sharp satire and a surprising emotional pull.

Directed by

Flávia Lacerda, Guel Arraes

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Starring

Matheus Nachtergaele, Selton Mello, Taís Araújo

Tagline

Faith brings hope.

Overview

After 20 years missing, João Grilo returns to Taperoá to join his old friend Chicó and, after his story of resurrection spreads, he is disputed as an electoral candidate by the two most powerful politicians in the city.

How it feels

Absurd, satirical, warm and earnest. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Faith, politics, friendship, corruption

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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

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