Hope Ways
Caminhos da Esperança
“Based on the not-so-well-known story by acclaimed author Ariano Suassuna with touches of reality inspired by the real Canudos War”
Synopsis
Amid the 2019 drought in Brazil’s Northeast, Madalena loses her mother in a tragic event that changes her life. Alone, she joins a rebellion at the Grajaú farm in Canudos, where a community rises against government neglect. A violent State response turns their hope into sorrow. Later, journalist Júlia returns to uncover the truth, hearing from people like Lúcia, a grieving mother. As Júlia investigates, hidden stories emerge: Madalena's forbidden love with rebel João and Pedro's thirst for revenge after losing his father to political violence. Their paths cross in a tale of justice, pain, and redemption. Inspired by Ariano Suassuna, famed for "A Dog’s Will", this short film is a prelude to "A Pena e a Lei", created by 9th-grade students from Escola SESI Cambona, in Maceió, Brazil. It was screened at the SESI Festival of Art and Culture in July 2023, touching audiences with its emotional and socially conscious narrative.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Hope Ways | English Subtitles Teaser
Type: Teaser • Published 2024-01-08
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Renatha Vieira
Madalena/Marieta
Nathália Cândido
Júlia
Eduarda Amorim
Lúcia
Yago Santos
Pedro
Lavínia Demésio
Narradora
Miguel Batista
Narrador
Lucas Braga
João Conselheiro
Pedro Luís
Jonas Freccia
Vinícius Teixeira
Lúcio Coqueiro
Lucas Braga
Pedro's Father
Ana Bella Costa
Additional Voice
Vitória Caetano
Additional Voice
Jamily Atalaia
Additional Voice
Lucas Braga
Additional Voice
Release History & Theatrical Window
Estreia exclusiva do Festiva SESI de Arte e Cultura da então Escola SESI Cambona, localizada no bairro do Centro, em Maceió/AL
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$3K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miguel Batista
- Screenplay & Story
- Lavínia Demésio, Miguel Batista, Luís Otávio Demésio
- Original Title
- Caminhos da Esperança
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Release Date
- 15/07/2023
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Budget
- $3K
- Production Studios
- SEC Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miguel Batista
Lavínia Demésio, Miguel Batista, Luís Otávio Demésio
Maciel Albuquerque, Kenny Barbosa, Miguel Batista
Miguel Batista, Lavínia Demésio, Lívia Bulhões
Department Leadership Roster
Miguel Batista
Director
Miguel Batista
Writer
Miguel Batista
Producer
Lavínia Demésio
Producer
Lívia Bulhões
Producer
Maciel Albuquerque
Editor
Kenny Barbosa
Editor
Miguel Batista
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hope Ways
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What is Hope Ways about?
Amid the 2019 drought in Brazil’s Northeast, Madalena loses her mother in a tragic event that changes her life. Alone, she joins a rebellion at the Grajaú farm in Canudos, where a community rises against government neglect. A violent State response turns their hope into sorrow. Later, journalist Júlia returns to uncover the truth, hearing from people like Lúcia, a grieving mother. As Júlia investigates, hidden stories emerge: Madalena's forbidden love with rebel João and Pedro's thirst for revenge after losing his father to political violence. Their paths cross in a tale of justice, pain, and redemption. Inspired by Ariano Suassuna, famed for "A Dog’s Will", this short film is a prelude to "A Pena e a Lei", created by 9th-grade students from Escola SESI Cambona, in Maceió, Brazil. It was screened at the SESI Festival of Art and Culture in July 2023, touching audiences with its emotional and socially conscious narrative.
Who directed Hope Ways?
Hope Ways was directed by Miguel Batista.
Who stars in Hope Ways?
The principal cast of Hope Ways includes Renatha Vieira, Nathália Cândido, Eduarda Amorim, Yago Santos, Lavínia Demésio.
When was Hope Ways released and how long is it?
Hope Ways was released in 2023 with a total runtime of Unknown.