The Soul of Things (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 8.5

Released in 2023, The Soul of Things is a documentary film directed by Douglas Soares, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Birth, life and death of a carnival sculpture. Linked to the mythology of the Orixás, a metaphor of creation based on the Babalotim doll, a boy idol who has lived through many carnivals.
Who’s in it. The Soul of Things stars Nei Lopes as Narrador, Gabriel Haddad as Carnavalesco I and Leonardo Bora as Carnavalesco II.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Soul of Things sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Soul of Things page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Soul of Things tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Soul of Things (2023)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Soul of Things change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Soul of Things worth watching?
- The Soul of Things holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Soul of Things?
- The Soul of Things stars Nei Lopes, Gabriel Haddad and Leonardo Bora.
- When was The Soul of Things released?
- The Soul of Things was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.
