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Cinema, Aspirins and Vultures

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2005 | 99 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Inglourious Basterds or Schindler's List, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 39 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Portuguese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

1942, in the middle of Northeastern Brazil, two very different men meet along the road: Johan, an aspirin salesman avoiding the German draft, and Ranulpho, a rural Brazilian seeking escape from the drought.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    86% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.9 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    0 wins and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $882K worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 2K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Marcelo Gomes

  • Peter KetnathJohann
  • João MiguelRanulpho
  • Mano FialhoCaçador
  • Francisco FigueiredoRapaz na Estrada
  • Arilson LopesDono do Posto de Gasolina
  • José LeiteDono do Restaurante
  • Zezita MatosMulher da Galinha
  • Hermila GuedesJovelina
  • Sandro GuerraHomem da Cobra
  • Madalena AcciolyMulher da Cobra