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The End and the Beginning

March 1, 2006 1h 50m 4.6/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 2006. The End and the Beginning is a documentary film. directed by Eduardo Coutinho.

Synopsis

A film that began from zero. Without any previous research, characters, locations or established themes, a film crew arrives at the Paraiba backlands in search of people with stories to tell. In the town of São João do Rio Peixe, they discover the Araçás Farm, a rural community where 86 families live, the majority connected by family ties. Thanks to the mediation of a young woman from Araçás, the residents – consisting mostly of elderly people – tell their life stories, marked by popular Catholicism, hierarchy, a sense of family and honor. A world on the verge of disappearing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 1, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 4.6/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The End and the Beginning about?

A film that began from zero. Without any previous research, characters, locations or established themes, a film crew arrives at the Paraiba backlands in search of people with stories to tell. In th...

Who directed The End and the Beginning?

The End and the Beginning was directed by Eduardo Coutinho.

How long is The End and the Beginning?

The End and the Beginning has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was The End and the Beginning released?

The End and the Beginning was released on March 1, 2006 in theaters.