Bacurau

Teresa returns to Bacurau for her grandmother's funeral and to deliver medicine, stepping into the role of a bridge between the town's older and younger generations. She embodies determination and care, driving small acts of resistance and solidarity. Her presence rekindles hope and agency within the community.

Carmelita is seen as the matriarch of Bacurau, whose death triggers the town’s collective memory and unity. She symbolizes the enduring ties that bind the community together. Her absence reverberates as the residents confront external threats and internal fractures.

The wealthy mayor of Serra Verde, Tony Junior plays a pivotal role in the water-rights conflict and the town’s political dynamics. He arrives with promises and old-world tactics, then attempts to deny responsibility when faced with the foreigners’ crimes. His actions epitomize opportunistic power and corruption.

Pacote is Teresa’s former lover who drives the resistance by convincing others, including Lunga, to join the fight against the outsiders. He adds urgency and a personal stake to the town’s struggle. His actions propel the town toward collective action and confrontation.

Lunga is a revolutionary figure sheltered by Bacurau’s residents, leading the fight against the invading outsiders. He epitomizes courage and tactical resolve, guiding the community’s defense. Lunga’s presence anchors the town’s stubborn stand against oppression.

Michael is the enigmatic leader of the foreign group, a German expatriate living in the U.S. for decades. His crew’s intrusion exposes the brutality of external profiteers who value lives as currency. His capture and the heightening tension reveal the film’s critique of outsider dominance.