From sports docs and fighter biopics, to socially-conscious dramas about economic inequality – here are some of the best Brazilian movies on Netflix right now.
Part of the joy of thinking of cinema as a universal language is the way it can actually help you connect with local cultures you may not otherwise have had the chance to visit. And while we’d never assert that watching Brazilian flicks is anywhere near as fascinating as traveling to Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo, there are definitely worse ways to make use of Netflix’s slate of foreign titles.We know that what’s available on Netflix is but the tip of the iceberg when it comes to tackling Brazilian film history — it all skews rather modern, with much of the movies offered being from the 21st century. But it’s a start.
So in case you wanted to see what to watch after catching the City of God (which is, as we note below, readily available and remains the most high profile crossover hit of the century), consider these other 14 titles your very own intro to the South American country’s treasure trove of contemporary flicks. Whether you’re looking for sweet LGBT dramas, Sonia Braga star-vehicles, or a soccer documentary, we’ve got you covered. Check them out below.
