Barren Lives
1963
A destitute family tries to escape the drought in the backlands of northeastern Brazil. Fabiano (Átila Iório), Sinhá Vitória (Maria Ribeiro), their two children and their dog Baleia wander aimlessly and almost hopelessly through the remote interior, surviving the forces of nature and the cruelty of men. An adaptation of the work by Graciliano Ramos.
Director:
Nelson Pereira dos Santos
Writers:
Nelson Pereira dos Santos, Graciliano Ramos
Awards:
2 wins & 1 nomination
Production:
Nelson Pereira dos Santos
Country:
Brazil
