Barren Lives
Barren Lives

Barren Lives (1963)

Not Rated (US) | Brazil | Portuguese | 103 min
Directed by: Nelson Pereira dos Santos
7.5

A family struggles against the harsh realities of the Brazilian sertão, battling drought and poverty. Their journey is a poignant exploration of human resilience and the fight for a better life. Each member faces their own trials, weaving a tapestry of survival and hope. It is a stark, powerful portrayal of life's struggles. An must-watch for its raw storytelling and compelling insight into the human condition, it is based on a brazilian classic book "Vidas Secas" by Graciliano Ramos.

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Palme d'Or

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Release Date

Brazil
(Rio de Janeiro)
1963-08-22
France
(Cannes Film Festival)
1964-05-01
Italy
(Porretta Terme Film Festival)
1964-07
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Barren Lives
(Original title)
Trockenes Leben
Austria
Vidas Secas
Brazil
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
None
Violence & Gore
Moderate
Profanity
Mild
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Severe