

A story about how football, cinema, photojournalism and intimidation with power can come together in a protagonist figure in Brazilian history: Luiz Carlos Barreto, better known as "Barretão". Narrated in first person, the documentary explores Barreto's view of himself, recounting his artistic and political trajectory, which blends with the history of Brazilian cinema as a whole.

Geneton Moraes Neto
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Lead
Luiz Carlos Barreto
Self
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Marcelo Santiago's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Barretão is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”