Semiarid Paradise
Paraíso Semiárido
Synopsis
In 2007, while filming the documentary O Tempo e o Lugar, Genivaldo Vieira da Silva, known as Geno, a former activist with the Pastoral Land Commission, the Landless Workers’ Movement (MST), and the Workers’ Party (PT), said he intended to move within three years from Inhapi, Alagoas, where he had always lived, to his property in Santa Brígida, Bahia, which he described as his “paradise.” Seventeen years later, Genivaldo had still not made the move to his promised land. The documentary seeks to understand why, while also exploring Geno’s spiritual side and the reasons behind his new political choices.
Top Cast
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Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eduardo Escorel
- Screenplay & Story
- Eduardo Escorel
- Original Title
- Paraíso Semiárido
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- VideoFilmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eduardo Escorel
Eduardo Escorel
Eduardo Escorel, Laís Lifschitz
Camila Leal Ferreira
Department Leadership Roster
Eduardo Escorel
Director
Eduardo Escorel
Writer
Eduardo Escorel
Editor
Laís Lifschitz
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Semiarid Paradise
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What is Semiarid Paradise about?
In 2007, while filming the documentary O Tempo e o Lugar, Genivaldo Vieira da Silva, known as Geno, a former activist with the Pastoral Land Commission, the Landless Workers’ Movement (MST), and the Workers’ Party (PT), said he intended to move within three years from Inhapi, Alagoas, where he had always lived, to his property in Santa Brígida, Bahia, which he described as his “paradise.” Seventeen years later, Genivaldo had still not made the move to his promised land. The documentary seeks to understand why, while also exploring Geno’s spiritual side and the reasons behind his new political choices.
Who directed Semiarid Paradise?
Semiarid Paradise was directed by Eduardo Escorel.
Who stars in Semiarid Paradise?
The principal cast of Semiarid Paradise includes Genivaldo Vieira Da Silva, Maria Da Conceição Moreira Silva.
When was Semiarid Paradise released and how long is it?
Semiarid Paradise was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.