August Winds
Director: Gabriel Mascaro
Actors: Dandara de Morais, Geová Manoel Dos Santos, Maria Salvino Dos Santos
PlotShirley, a teenager from the city, moves to a rural coastal village in Brazil where she works as a coconut harvester. She quickly befriends Jeison, a local who is deeply connected to the land and sea. The two explore their personal dreams and fears amidst the backdrop of nature's raw beauty. Shirley, aiming to become a tattoo artist, finds inspiration in her surroundings while Jeison struggles with the limitations imposed by his rural life. The tranquil life of the village takes a dark turn when they discover a human skull, leading them to confront larger existential questions.
As they delve deeper into the mystery of the skull, their bond strengthens, but they also face the harsh realities of life. The presence of death amid their idyllic environment forces Shirley and Jeison to examine their own lives more critically. Through their experiences, they navigate themes of mortality, love, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. The story captures the intimate yet universal struggle of finding one's purpose in a world marked by both beauty and impermanence.
Writers: Gabriel Mascaro, Rachel Daisy Ellis
Release Date: 01 Nov 2014
Runtime: 77 min
Rating: Unrated
Country: Brazil
Language: Portuguese
Home Video Reviews
With evocative cinematography and solid audio, 'August Winds' impresses technically but its slow pace and lack of engaging plot may not resonate with all viewers.
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