Building Bridges
Construindo Pontes
Synopsis
Heloisa receives a gift: a collection of super-8 films with images of enormous cataracts that once comprised the Seven Falls (Sete Quedas), a natural paradise destroyed by the construction of the world's largest hydroelectric plant, in the early 1980s. The construction of the plant, at the height of the Brazilian military regime, awakens memories of a past immersed in a political authoritarianism. The film starts from the relationship between Heloisa, the filmmaker, and her father, Alvaro, an engineer who had his moment of glory during the Brazilian military dictatorship. They question the political trajectory of Brazil.Projections and maps become the first bridges to connect with the past. However, it is the inescapable present that really strikes Alvaro and Heloisa as they position themselves on opposite sides.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Heloísa Passos
- Original Title
- Construindo Pontes
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Heloísa Passos
Department Leadership Roster
Heloísa Passos
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Building Bridges
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What is Building Bridges about?
Heloisa receives a gift: a collection of super-8 films with images of enormous cataracts that once comprised the Seven Falls (Sete Quedas), a natural paradise destroyed by the construction of the world's largest hydroelectric plant, in the early 1980s. The construction of the plant, at the height of the Brazilian military regime, awakens memories of a past immersed in a political authoritarianism. The film starts from the relationship between Heloisa, the filmmaker, and her father, Alvaro, an engineer who had his moment of glory during the Brazilian military dictatorship. They question the political trajectory of Brazil.Projections and maps become the first bridges to connect with the past. However, it is the inescapable present that really strikes Alvaro and Heloisa as they position themselves on opposite sides.
Who directed Building Bridges?
Building Bridges was directed by Heloísa Passos.
Who stars in Building Bridges?
The principal cast of Building Bridges includes Not specified.
When was Building Bridges released and how long is it?
Building Bridges was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.