Do Comeco Ao Fim(2009) -
Critics and viewers have described the film as "poetic" and "dream-like," often noting its striking cinematography.
Despite its controversial nature and a limited initial release of only nine copies in Brazil, it reached the list of the top 10 most-watched Brazilian films of 2009, drawing nearly 100,000 spectators. It was also screened at over 30 international festivals. Do Comeco ao Fim(2009)
Watch scenes from this provocative drama to see the chemistry and visual style described above: Critics and viewers have described the film as
The movie follows the lives of two half-brothers, Francisco and Thomás, who share the same mother but have different fathers. Their story is told in two distinct phases: Watch scenes from this provocative drama to see
Abranches’ primary intention was to tell a "pure" love story, choosing to present the relationship with a sense of normalcy rather than as a tragedy or a source of social conflict.
( From Beginning to End ), released in 2009, is a Brazilian romantic drama directed by Aluizio Abranches that explores a deeply controversial and unconventional love story. Film Overview and Narrative
The film directly addresses homosexuality and incest, topics that sparked significant debate upon its release.