Only Ten Percent Is a Lie
The life and literature of Mato Grosso do Sul poet Manoel de Barros. Alternating sequences of interviews with the poet, verses from his poetry, and statements of connoisseurs of his literature, the film portrays a revealing panel of the author's language. Manoel de Barros, age 91, with some 20 books published, lives in Campo Grande. Acknowledged, the winner of several literary prizes, he is the Brazilian writer who accounts for the greatest sale in poetry in Brazil.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Só Dez por Cento é Mentira |
| Year | 2010 |
| Country | Brazil |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Pedro Cezar |
| Runtime | 82 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.4/10 (4 votes) |
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Only Ten Percent Is a Lie is a very strong film rated 8.4/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A 2010 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
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