Bacurau

Bacurau

Year: 2020

Runtime: 131 min

Language: Portuguese

Directors: Juliano Dornelles, Kleber Mendonça Filho

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In a remote Brazilian town, the community mourns the loss of their matriarch. Soon after, they discover their village has disappeared from all maps and is under surveillance by a mysterious drone. A group of ruthless mercenaries appears, seeking to drive the residents out. The townspeople are forced to unite and fight back against the invaders in a fierce and unexpected struggle for their survival and the preservation of their way of life.

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1

Carmelita's Funeral

The residents of Bacurau gather to mourn Carmelita, an esteemed elder who is considered the heart of their village. Her passing marks a significant loss for the community, bringing together family and friends, including her granddaughter Teresa, who has returned home after years away.

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Teresa Delivers Medicine

In addition to attending the funeral, Teresa arrives in Bacurau to deliver essential medicine to her family. Her visit is overshadowed by an impending sense of unease as unsettling events begin to unfold in the village.

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3

Mysterious Events Begin

As the residents mourn, they notice strange occurrences affecting their village. Bacurau mysteriously vanishes from digital maps, and mobile networks fail, increasing the anxiety among the townspeople, who feel increasingly isolated.

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UFO-like Drone Sighting

The residents are alarmed by the sighting of a UFO-like drone hovering above the village. This event adds to the mounting paranoia in Bacurau, as locals wonder about the intentions behind this peculiar surveillance.

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Mayor Tony Junior's Arrival

Tony Junior, the town's corrupt mayor, arrives in Bacurau with spoiled food and tattered books, pretending to offer aid. His arrival incites distrust among the townsfolk, who are wary of his motives as he exacerbates the ongoing water crisis.

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6

Water Crisis Escalates

The townspeople are left parched as the mayor's promises of relief remain unfulfilled. When a water tanker finally arrives, panic ensues as the truck is revealed to be filled with bullets instead of water, devastating the already desperate residents.

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Stampede of Horses

A stampede of horses disrupts the town, creating chaos and fear among the locals. In their quest for answers, two men venture to a nearby farm, only to discover that the family there has been brutally murdered.

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8

Violence Escalates

The two local men, investigating the murders, meet a tragic fate at the hands of the wandering motorcyclists. This increase in violence plunges Bacurau deeper into despair as residents grapple with the dire situation.

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9

Foreigners Arrive

A group of predominantly American foreigners, led by the seasoned German expatriate Michael, arrives in Bacurau. They engage in a perverse competition, aiming to rack up points by eliminating the village's residents.

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10

Locals Prepare for Defense

With the threat of violence looming, former lover Pacote teams up with revolutionary Lunga to rally the townspeople. They prepare to defend their home against the brutal intruders as fear and anger mount within the community.

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11

Tragic Death of a Local Boy

The violence peaks tragically when a nine-year-old boy is killed amidst the chaos. His death prompts the community to unite and prepare for retaliation against the hunters who have disrupted their lives.

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12

Reversal of Fortune

As dawn breaks, the tables turn unexpectedly as the foreigners find themselves outmatched and begin to fall one by one. The locals, fueled by their desire to protect their home, gain the upper hand in this brutal struggle.

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Michael's Capture

The final survivor, Michael, faces a grim fate as he is captured by the townspeople after his efforts to hunt them down fail. His realization of being outsmarted sends chills through him as he grapples with the consequences of his actions.

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Tony Junior's Betrayal

In a shocking twist, Tony Junior arrives in a luxury minibus to reclaim the foreigners. However, upon witnessing the townspeople's victory, he pretends ignorance of their fate, revealing his true nature as a coward.

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Final Justice

The story culminates in a fitting act of justice as Michael is buried alive, screaming in despair. Meanwhile, Tony Junior is left to face disgrace in the desert, symbolizing the community's triumph over oppression and a fierce fight for survival.

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Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 17:42

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