Encantados

Encantados

Year: 2014

Runtime: 78 mins

Language: Portuguese

Director: Tizuka Yamasaki

HistoryRomanceDrama

The real-life story of Zeneida, a girl who moves to a farm with her mother and finds herself having an unusual connection with a forest spirit.

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1

Alma's origin and the Madrigal magic

The story opens with Alma recounting the Madrigal ancestral history, emphasizing the importance of family and the magic that sustains their home. She explains how a magical candle created the Casita after she fled her homeland to escape the conquistadors. Pedro's sacrifice and the candle's enduring magic establish the foundation for each family member's unique gift on coming of age.

Opening scene Casita
2

Antonio's gift is revealed

The family gathers to celebrate Antonio's upcoming gift ceremony, eagerly awaiting his moment. Antonio's gift turns out to be talking to animals, a joyful revelation that reinforces the magic surrounding the Madrigals. Mirabel participates in the preparations, hoping to belong even without a traditional gift.

Day of Antonio's gift ceremony Casita courtyard
3

Mirabel discovers she has no gift

During the celebrations, Mirabel learns she does not receive a special power like her siblings. She feels left out and struggles to find a place within the family, even as she tries to contribute and help. This moment plants the seeds for her quest to understand the family’s cracks and her own value.

Day of Antonio's gift ceremony Casita
4

Cracks and the candle's ominous flicker

Strange cracks begin to appear in the Casita, and the candle's glow flickers with a troubling uncertainty. The signs of magical instability put the family on edge, yet Mirabel is left uncertain who will listen to her warnings. The looming threat hints at a larger breakdown if the magic fails.

During Antonio's celebration Casita
5

Mirabel seeks answers in Bruno's tower

Determined to understand the danger, Mirabel sneaks into her uncle Bruno's abandoned tower. There she finds broken fragments of predictions and a vision she recognizes from her dreams. She convinces Bruno to reveal a new vision that shows her standing before a cracked Casita.

Evening Bruno's tower
6

A future in ruins: the vision of a broken Casita

Bruno reluctantly shares a vision of a future where the Casita is damaged and the family is in chaos. The vision centers on Mirabel’s involvement, sharpening her resolve to protect her kin. The revelation deepens the family’s tension while fueling Mirabel’s determination.

Night Bruno's tower
7

Hidden pressures and Isabela's strain

As secrets surface, the family confronts the heavy expectations to appear perfect. Isabela feels the weight of being flawless and begins to doubt her own worth beyond appearances. The tension strains Mirabel's relationship with Isabela and sets up the pivotal moment of reconciliation.

Afternoon Casita
8

Isabela's breakthrough and self-acceptance

Isabela embraces her true self and creates an unconventional cactus, symbolizing self-acceptance beyond traditional beauty. This act sparks a heartfelt reconciliation with Mirabel, reinforcing the message that worth isn't tied to perfection. Their hug in front of the candle cements their renewed bond.

Evening Casita courtyard
9

Alma's blame and the Casita's collapse

Alma places the blame for the cracks on Mirabel, accusing her of disruption due to lacking a gift. The Casita's magic fails completely, and the family descends into despair as their home collapses around them. The loss forces a brutal reckoning with years of unresolved tensions.

Climax Casita
10

Mirabel finds solace and learns the truth

Mirabel runs to the river to process the heartbreak of the collapse. Zezé, the family grandmother, finds her and shares the story of Pedro's sacrifice and Alma's enduring love. She reveals how sacrifice and family bonds birthed the magic, guiding Mirabel toward forgiveness and hope.

After collapse River
11

Bruno returns and the community rebuilds

Mirabel and Alma reconcile, and together they find Bruno waiting nearby, having been hidden behind the walls. With the support of the community, they begin restoring the Casita and restoring faith in their magic. Bruno's return marks a turning point toward renewal for the Madrigal family.

Rebuilding phase Casita
12

All of You: a restored home and new harmony

The family concludes with the song All of You, celebrating love, resilience, and imperfect but lasting bonds. Mirabel receives a special doorknob, symbolizing her place in the family and the Casita’s renewed magic. The final portrait captures the Madrigals together, embracing their flaws and looking toward a hopeful future.

Ending Casita

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