Private Desert
Deserto Particular
Synopsis
40-year-old Daniel has been suspended from active police work and is under internal investigation for violence. When Sara, his internet love affair, stops answering his texts he decides to drive north in search of her, starting on what is apparently a fool's errand. He shows Sara's picture around, but nobody seems to recognize the woman. Until eventually one guy pops up, saying he can put the two in touch under very specific conditions.
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-25
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Antonio Saboia
Daniel
Pedro Fasanaro
Robson / Sara
Thomás Aquino
Fernando
Laila Garin
Juliana
Zezita Matos
Tereza (Grandmother)
Luthero Almeida
Everaldo
Sandro Guerra
Pastor Ailton
Otavio Linhares
Pencai
Cynthia Aparecida
Debora
Flávio Bauraqui
Oswaldo
Leo Miranda
Thiago
Jandir Santin
Arthur
Mazé Portugal
Cida
Michelle Pucci
Luciana
Mauro Zanatta
Comandante
Barbara Borgga
Dona Arlete
Francisco Fernandes
Silvio
Hertz Félix
Bank Manager
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 26, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 15, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$33K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aly Muritiba
- Screenplay & Story
- Aly Muritiba, Henrique dos Santos
- Original Score
- Felipe Ayres
- Original Title
- Deserto Particular
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, Portugal, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Worldwide Gross
- $33K
- Production Studios
- Grafo Audiovisual, Fado Filmes, Anacoluto, Pandora Filmes, Muritiba Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aly Muritiba
Aly Muritiba, Henrique dos Santos
Felipe Ayres
Luis Armando Arteaga
Patrícia Saramago
Department Leadership Roster
Aly Muritiba
Director
Aly Muritiba
Writer
Luis Armando Arteaga
Director of Photography
Patrícia Saramago
Editor
Felipe Ayres
Original Music Composer
Henrique dos Santos
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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MNR
***2021***
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BD Release: 2021-2025
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Frequently Asked Questions About Private Desert
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What is Private Desert about?
40-year-old Daniel has been suspended from active police work and is under internal investigation for violence. When Sara, his internet love affair, stops answering his texts he decides to drive north in search of her, starting on what is apparently a fool's errand. He shows Sara's picture around, but nobody seems to recognize the woman. Until eventually one guy pops up, saying he can put the two in touch under very specific conditions.
Who directed Private Desert?
Private Desert was directed by Aly Muritiba.
Who stars in Private Desert?
The principal cast of Private Desert includes Antonio Saboia, Pedro Fasanaro, Thomás Aquino, Laila Garin, Zezita Matos.
When was Private Desert released and how long is it?
Private Desert was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
How much did Private Desert make at the box office?
Private Desert grossed $33K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Private Desert?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Private Desert was composed by Felipe Ayres.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Private Desert?
Private Desert holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).