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The Time and Turn of Augusto Matraga (2011)

7.9 | Jan 02, 2011 (BR) | Drama, Adventure, Western | 01:50

Based on Guimarães Rosa's (classic Brazilian author) short story, the movie tells the story of Augusto Matraga, a bankrupt and violent farmer who lives above the Law in Minas Gerais' hinterland. During a difficult time, he finds himself in the middle of a trap that nearly kills him. Born again, Matraga resorts to faith and hard work in the pursuit of redemption. Years later, he arrives at the village reigned by the hinterland's ruler and his thugs. This new friendship will challenge his destiny. Inside Matraga, the Saint and the Warrior will duel until his time comes.

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João Miguel
Augusto Matraga
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José Wilker
Joãozinho Bem-Bem
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Chico Anysio
Major Consilva
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Ivan de Almeida
Serapião
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Teca Pereira
Quitéria
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José Dumont
Padre Zequiel
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Júlio Andrade
Flosino Capeta
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Rômulo Braga
Juruminho