My Uncle José
Meu Tio José
Synopsis
It begins in 1983 in Salvador city, with the attack against José, an ex-member of a left-wing political group. Meanwhile, his nephew Adonias is worried about an assignment his teacher has given him. Consequently, Adonias has to deal with his family's suffering, conflicts at school, and the anguish of having to write his school essay.
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Meu Tio José (2021) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-05-31
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Cauã Levi
Adonias (voice)
Wagner Moura
José Sebastião (voice)
Sophie Mendonça
Luiza (voice)
Ian Trigo
Ludo (voice)
Evelin Buchegguer
Vanete / Diretora (voice)
Arthur Nascimento
Pedro (voice)
Neyde Moura
Dona Aracy (voice)
Bertrand Duarte
Silvestre (voice)
Caio Póvoas
José Sebastião (criança) / Guilherme (voice)
João Caetano
Torquato (criança) (voice)
Jackson Costa
Torquato (voice)
Ducca Rios
Homem de terno / Pai de Ludo / Wilson / Sargento / Âncora do Telejornal / Policial / Athos (voice)
Lorena Comparato
Professora Adriana (voice)
Joana Vieira
Jamile (voice)
Socorro de Maria
Dona Zuzu / Ronilda (voice)
Luciano Silva
Sr. Jamil (voice)
Júlio Miranda
Professor Vicente / Censor Robson (voice)
Pedro Correa
Líder do Bando de Colegas Mal Encarados (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Annecy Animation Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ducca Rios
- Screenplay & Story
- Ducca Rios
- Original Score
- Chico Buarque
- Original Title
- Meu Tio José
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Origem Produtora de Conteúdo, Fênix Filmes, Secretaria de Cultura da Bahia, Agência Nacional do Cinema - ANCINE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ducca Rios
Ducca Rios
Chico Buarque
María José Barroso, Maria Luiza Barros
Department Leadership Roster
María José Barroso
Producer
Ducca Rios
Director
Ducca Rios
Production Design
Chandler Vaz
Production Design
Ducca Rios
Screenplay
Maria Luiza Barros
Producer
Chico Buarque
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About My Uncle José
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What is My Uncle José about?
It begins in 1983 in Salvador city, with the attack against José, an ex-member of a left-wing political group. Meanwhile, his nephew Adonias is worried about an assignment his teacher has given him. Consequently, Adonias has to deal with his family's suffering, conflicts at school, and the anguish of having to write his school essay.
Who directed My Uncle José?
My Uncle José was directed by Ducca Rios.
Who stars in My Uncle José?
The principal cast of My Uncle José includes Cauã Levi, Wagner Moura, Sophie Mendonça, Ian Trigo, Evelin Buchegguer.
When was My Uncle José released and how long is it?
My Uncle José was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for My Uncle José?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Uncle José was composed by Chico Buarque.