Brazil

Brazil

Year: 1985

Runtime: 132 min

Language: French

Sci-FiDramaFantasy

In a darkly comedic and surreal dystopian world, a clerk’s life of bureaucratic routine is disrupted by his fascination with an enigmatic woman. Mistaken for a terrorist due to an administrative error, he is drawn into a dangerous and absurd quest. He struggles against the oppressive, technology-obsessed government and its rigid systems, discovering a hidden rebellion and fighting for freedom in a society consumed by control.

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1

Government Mix-Up

The chaos begins in a government office when a man swats a fly, causing a crucial mix-up in an official document. The name 'Tuttle' is mistakenly changed to 'Buttle', setting off a chain reaction that impacts innocent lives.

Government Office
2

Buttle Family's Christmas

In the Buttle household, the family is filled with joy as they trim their Christmas tree. Their peaceful moment is shattered when armed policemen invade their home, abruptly taking Mr. Buttle away under suspicious circumstances.

Christmas Season Buttle Household
3

Sam Lowry's Daydreams

We are introduced to Sam Lowry, an employee of the Ministry of Information who regularly escapes into daydreams of heroism. He imagines himself as a winged warrior, often rescuing a beautiful maiden from peril.

4

Mr. Buttle's Arrest

As Sam is assigned to correct the error of Mr. Buttle's wrongful arrest, he faces unexpected complications. His boss expresses frustration over a compensation check intended for Mrs. Buttle, which only deepens the turmoil.

Ministry of Information
5

Meeting Mrs. Buttle

Determined to make things right, Sam finds Mrs. Buttle in a state of shock. She is distraught over her husband's disappearance, consumed by worry and confusion about the bureaucratic nightmare unfolding around her.

Mrs. Buttle's Home
6

Encounter with Jill Layton

In a surprising twist, Sam discovers that Jill Layton, the woman from his daydreams, lives upstairs from the Buttles. Little does he know that Jill is also entangled in the bureaucratic chaos involving her neighbor's wrongful arrest.

Apartment Complex
7

Sam Meets Harry Tuttle

One fateful night, Sam crosses paths with Harry Tuttle, a rogue air conditioning specialist. Tuttle, who is dodging government officials, shares his disdain for the oppressive regime while helping Sam with his malfunctioning climate control system.

8

Sam's Promotion Decision

To secure information about Jill, Sam decides to accept a promotion to the Information Retrieval department. This allows him unauthorized access to her records, showcasing his desperation to understand her plight.

Ministry of Information
9

Navigating Bureaucracy

As Sam dives deeper into the bureaucratic mess, he faces an office environment that feels suffocating and oppressive. His ambition leads him closer to Jill, but it also puts him in danger as he uncovers the government's corrupt dealings.

Ministry of Information
10

Misunderstanding and Danger

An explosive misunderstanding leads Sam to believe that Jill might be implicated in a bombing. This misconception propels him into a frantic quest, blurring the lines between his aspirations and the truth of his reality.

11

Conspiracy and Capture

The situation escalates when Sam is wrongfully accused of being part of a conspiracy. This label marks him as a target for the government, forcing him to confront the terrifying realities of their oppressive control.

12

Brutal Confrontation

In a climactic moment, Sam is captured and subjected to brutal torture at the hands of the government. The complexity of his relationships and the overarching power of the state culminate in a harrowing confrontation.

13

Escape and Chaos

Just when hope seems lost, Tuttle and members of a resistance intervene, leading to a chaotic escape. This explosive moment highlights the struggle against an all-consuming bureaucratic system.

14

Surreal Reality Crumbles

As the narrative peaks, Sam is plunged into surreal visions where reality and nightmare intertwine. Phantoms of his mother and former acquaintances haunt him, reflecting the inescapable grip of the government.

15

Illusion of Happiness

In a haunting twist, Sam's escape with Jill is revealed to be an illusion, encapsulated within his catatonic state. The bittersweet revelation leaves him silenced, a reminder of the bureaucracy that crushes individual dreams.

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 20:37

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