Hope Ways
"Based on the not-so-well-known story by acclaimed author Ariano Suassuna with touches of reality inspired by the real Canudos War"
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Hope Ways is a comedy/documentary film. directed by Miguel Batista.
Starring Renatha Vieira, Nathália Cândido, and Eduarda Amorim
Synopsis
Amid the 2019 drought in Brazil’s Northeast, Madalena loses her mother in a tragic event that changes her life. Alone, she joins a rebellion at the Grajaú farm in Canudos, where a community rises against government neglect. A violent State response turns their hope into sorrow. Later, journalist Júlia returns to uncover the truth, hearing from people like Lúcia, a grieving mother. As Júlia investigates, hidden stories emerge: Madalena's forbidden love with rebel João and Pedro's thirst for revenge after losing his father to political violence. Their paths cross in a tale of justice, pain, and redemption. Inspired by Ariano Suassuna, famed for "A Dog’s Will", this short film is a prelude to "A Pena e a Lei", created by 9th-grade students from Escola SESI Cambona, in Maceió, Brazil. It was screened at the SESI Festival of Art and Culture in July 2023, touching audiences with its emotional and socially conscious narrative.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 15, 2023
2 years ago
Budget
$2.5K
Production budget
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
- Budget
- $2,517
Production Companies
- SEC Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Ways about?
Amid the 2019 drought in Brazil’s Northeast, Madalena loses her mother in a tragic event that changes her life. Alone, she joins a rebellion at the Grajaú farm in Canudos, where a community rise...
Who directed Hope Ways?
Hope Ways was directed by Miguel Batista.
When was Hope Ways released?
Hope Ways was released on July 15, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hope Ways?
The main cast of Hope Ways includes Renatha Vieira, Nathália Cândido, Eduarda Amorim, Yago Santos, Lavínia Demésio.