Drama   Brazil,Portugal

In the movie "The Dead and the Others" (also known as "Chuva e Cantoria na Aldeia dos Mortos"), Ihjãc, a young indigenous man from the Krahô tribe in Brazil, is at a crucial crossroad in his life. As part of his tribe's traditions, he is supposed to undergo a sacred ritual to become a shaman, a process that his late father initiated before his passing.

However, Ihjãc is filled with doubt and uncertainty about his destiny, as he resents the heavy responsibilities that come with being a shaman. He struggles with the pressure to follow in his father's footsteps, feeling disconnected from the spiritual world and unsure if he truly has the capability to become a shaman.

To escape this duty and confront his inner conflicts, Ihjãc decides to run away to the city. Leaving his people and culture behind, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and confronts the reality of being an indigenous person in contemporary Brazil.

In the city, Ihjãc experiences a cultural clash, encountering discrimination and prejudice due to his indigenous heritage. He faces challenges in adapting to the urban environment, disconnected from the natural world and surrounded by unfamiliar customs and people. Ihjãc's journey becomes an exploration of identity, as he struggles to reconcile his indigenous roots with the demands and realities of modern society.

Throughout the film, Ihjãc has vivid and haunting encounters with the spirit world, manifestations of his inner conflicts and unresolved ancestral ties. These encounters force him to question his choices and, ultimately, decide whether he will fully embrace his indigenous identity and chosen path or continue to deny his destiny.

"The Dead and the Others" is a visually striking film that delves into themes of tradition, cultural preservation, and individuality. It sheds light on the challenges faced by indigenous communities in contemporary Brazil, while also exploring universal questions of identity and self-acceptance.
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