Film

The Devil to Pay in the Backlands

2023 · 2h 7m · Drama

The film is narrated by Riobaldo, who takes us into his life as a gunman and shares his experiences and conflicts. Throughout the plot, he becomes involved with several charismatic groups and leaders, including the feared Hermógenes. Riobaldo's heart is won by Diadorim, a brave and mysterious young man who becomes the love of his life. Through Riobaldo's narrative, the author explores the complexities of the human soul, delving into the duality between good and evil. Adaptation of the acclaimed masterpiece "Grande Sertão: Veredas", written by Guimarães Rosa.

Caio Blat

Riobaldo

Luiza Lemmertz

Diadorim

Luisa Arraes

Nhorinhá / Riobaldo (jovem)

Leonardo Miggiorin

Zé Bebelo

José Maria Rodrigues

Medeiro Vaz / Hermógenes

Lucas Oranmian

Joca Ramiro / Marcelino Pampa

Balbino Daniel de Paula (Pai Balbino)

Daniel Passi

Clara Lessa

Otacília

Elias de Castro

Amadeu Jr.

Jagunço

Warner Borges

Jagunço

Ray Farias

Jagunço

Wallace Ferreira

Jagunço

Fernando Kahn

Jagunço

Jorge Maricato

Jagunço

• Bia LessaDirector · Screenplay · Producer
• Lucas ArrudaProducer
• José Roberto EliezerDirector of Photography
• O GrivoOriginal Music Composer
• Egberto GismontiOriginal Music Composer
• Renata CatharinoEditor
• Sérgio MeklerEditor

Release date

October 8, 2023

Status

Released

Original language

Portuguese

Runtime

2h 7m

Genres

Drama