Cast
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Carlos Vereza
as Bezerra de Menezes
Lúcio Mauro
as Spiritist Center Leader
Caio Blat
as Military
Paulo Goulart Filho
as Military
Nanda Costa
as Lady
Ana Rosa
as Bezerra de Menezes's sister
B. de Paiva
as Dr. Leopoldino
Everaldo Pontes
as Soares
Larissa Vereza
as Soares's wife
Lucas Ribeiro
as Bezerra de Menezes child
Juliana Carvalho
as Dona Fabiana
Alexandra Marinho
as Cândida Augusta
Mirelle Freitas
as Maria Cândida
Pedro Domingues
as Materialistic
Tais Dahas
as Hermínia
Crew
Director
- Glauber Filho
- Joe Pimentel
Writer
- Luciano Klein
- Andréa Bardawill
Producer
- Isabela Veras
- Sidney Girão
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Bezerra de Menezes: O Diário de um Espírito examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Glauber Filho brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2008, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Bezerra de Menezes: O Diário de um Espírito took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $2.5 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 75 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 100 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Bezerra de Menezes: O Diário de um Espírito shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Sixth Sense, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Bezerra de Menezes: O Diário de um Espírito subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Dragonfly and What Dreams May Come explore similar territory, Bezerra de Menezes: O Diário de um Espírito stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: August 29, 2008
- Runtime: 1h 15m
- Budget: $2,500,000
- Revenue: $1,948,414
