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A Festa de Léo

2024 · 82 min Drama
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

The film is set in Morro do Vidigal, one of the most famous favelas in Rio de Janeiro. Rita needs to give her son Léo a party that means a lot to her. But on the day of the party, she discovers that all the money for the event, which she had been saving for months, was stolen by Dudu. From this disappointment, Rita, who works at the beach, needs to race against time to make Léo's party possible and save Dudu's life. To do this, she will need the help of her friends.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2024
Country Brazil
Genre Drama
Director Gustavo Melo
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (5 votes)

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The director constructs a tense narrative that relies on the contrast between the vibrant, almost carnivalesque dream of a party and the harsh reality of the favela. It explores the power of female solidarity, where every detail—from samba rhythms to ocean views—builds the atmosphere.

Those who tire of simplistic stories will find depth here. What lingers after the credits is a profound sense of community resilience and the quiet miracles of collective care. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Gustavo Melo

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Watch in good quality to appreciate Rio's vivid palette, ideally in a quiet evening setting.

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