Once There Was Brasília (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2017, Once There Was Brasília is a drama, science fiction and documentary film directed by Adirley Queirós, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Disguised as dystopian science fiction, which crosses references of George Miller and JG Ballard, the film proposes a reflection on the current Brazilian political and social situation, concretely from the process of impeachment of President Dilma Rousseff, rehearsing an alternative future for Brazil. As the political capital of the country, and especially as one of the most symbolic utopias of the Brazilian twentieth century, the city of Brasília shares the protagonism with a couple of renegades who survive by wandering marginally waiting for personal and collective redemption.
Who’s in it. Once There Was Brasília stars Wellington Abreu as WA4, Andreia Vieira as Andreia, Marquim do Tropa as Marquim and Franklin Ferreira as Pancillax.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Once There Was Brasília has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once There Was Brasília page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once There Was Brasília tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once There Was Brasília (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once There Was Brasília change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once There Was Brasília worth watching?
- Once There Was Brasília holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, science fiction and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Once There Was Brasília?
- Once There Was Brasília stars Wellington Abreu, Andreia Vieira, Marquim do Tropa and Franklin Ferreira.
- When was Once There Was Brasília released?
- Once There Was Brasília was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.