Franco Filmes

Lakes Region, southeastern Brazil. João has been unemployed since the restaurant where he worked closed its doors. Living with his father, he tries to devote himself to his duties as a young pastor in the local evangelical community. Idle and unable to help those around him, let alone himself, he feels abandoned by God.

Drylands could be anywhere, just as Marcélia Cartaxo could be many women (including herself). The actress is placed in a situation in which she encounters nature and other female figures, in some instances, her doubles. Out of these encounters spring other possibilities that operate in the world of representation, which, in the film originate from the same imaginary power as children's games in empty lots.

A beautifully told story using archival footage to explore the life of Grande Otelo, a groundbreaking Black Brazilian actor. Overcoming poverty and racism, he built a stellar career, facing controversy yet using it to challenge prejudice.