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The movie follows the lives of two half-brothers, Francisco and Thomás, who share the same mother but have different fathers. Their story is told in two distinct phases:
The film begins with the boys being raised in a supportive, upper-class environment in Rio de Janeiro. Their bond is shown to be unusually close from a young age, causing some concern among relatives.
Following the death of their mother, their intense emotional connection evolves into a romantic and sexual relationship.
Critics and viewers have described the film as "poetic" and "dream-like," often noting its striking cinematography.
Watch scenes from this provocative drama to see the chemistry and visual style described above:
