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198822 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Urban Wildlife Animals

Caramujo-Flor

198822 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Manoel de Barros reflects on his life and poetry amidst the Pantanal's natural beauty, contrasting it with the vibrancy of urban Brazil.

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Manoel de Barros reflects on his life and poetry amidst the Pantanal's natural beauty, contrasting it with the vibrancy of urban Brazil.

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Joel Pizzini

Joel Pizzinidirector

Sérgio Medeiroswriter

Joel Pizzini

Joel Pizziniwriter

Ney Matogrosso

Ney Matogrossocast

Rubens Correia

Rubens Correiacast

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Manoel de Barros reflects on his life and poetry against the backdrop of the Pantanal, one of the world's largest tropical wetlands. The film intertwines his verses with his thoughts on nature and the sea. It contrasts the serene beauty of the Pantanal with the bustling energy of urban Brazil. Through vivid imagery, "Caramujo-Flor" captures Barros' artistic vision and his deep connection to the environment, revealing his unique perspective on existence. Directed by Joel Pizzini, the documentary runs for 22 minutes.

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