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Barren Lives (1963)

Barren Lives

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1h 40m

August 22nd, 1963

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Synopsis

In the unforgiving expanse of Brazil’s northeastern backlands, Fabiano and Sinhá Vitória, along with their two children and loyal dog Baleia, embark on a desperate journey to escape the relentless drought that ravages their land. Stripped of hope and resources, this destitute family wanders the barren wilderness, their every step a struggle against nature's harsh fury and the merciless indifference of mankind.

As they traverse the isolated, sun-scorched terrain, the fragile bonds of family are tested amid hunger, thirst, and despair. Their story unfolds as a poignant testament to resilience and survival, a haunting reflection of human endurance in the face of relentless adversity. Adapted from Graciliano Ramos’s powerful novel, this drama immerses you in a world where the land is as unforgiving as the men who inhabit it.

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Barren Lives (Vidas Secas, Nelson Pereira dos Santos, 1963) [english subtitles]

Vidas Secas (Barren Lives) - [Nelson Pereira dos Santos, 1963]

Cast

Átila Iório
Fabiano
Maria Ribeiro
Sinhá Vitória
(mother)
Orlando Macedo
Soldado Amarelo
soldier
Joffre Soares
Fazendeiro
(farmer)
Gilvan Lima
Boy
Genivaldo Lima
Boy
Orlando Chagas
Ignacio Costa
Nabor Costa
Oscar de Souza
Full cast & crew

Directors

Nelson Pereira dos Santos
Full cast & crew

Producers

Luiz Carlos Barreto
producer
Nelson Pereira dos Santos
producer
Herbert Richers
producer
Full cast & crew

Writers

Nelson Pereira dos Santos
Graciliano Ramos
novel
Full cast & crew

Keywords

based on novel
poverty
teacher
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Country of Origin

Brazil

Languages

Portuguese

Release Dates

April 1st, 1966 theatrical
August 1st, 1966 ((Moscow)) (Theatrical)
August 22nd, 1963 (Brazil) theatrical
All Release Dates

Alternative Titles

Vidas Secas (original title)
Vidas Secas (Brazil)
Sécheresses (France)
All Alternative Titles

Running Times

100 min
103 min

Sound Mixes

Mono

Aspect Ratios

1.37 : 1
1.66 : 1 (35 mm prints)

Production Companies

Luiz Carlos Barreto Produções Cinematográficas
Sino Filmes
Regina Filmes
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Distribution Companies

Manchete Vídeo (Brazil)
Centrala Wynajmu Filmów (Poland)
Astória Filmes (Portugal)
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Other Companies

Arte Industrial Cinematográfica Ltda. (sound mixing)

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