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Neon Bull

2016 · 1h 41m · UNRATED Drama
Directed by Gabriel Mascaro

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Overview

Iremar works at the rodeo in North East of Brazil. From his home, the truck he uses to transport the animals, he dreams of a future in the region's booming clothing industry.

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87%
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Most of the movie is poking bulls, blaring rodeo announcers, time spent in the back of the truck as the bulls are moved from point A to point B. Not exactly riveting stuff ...

Tom Long, Detroit News
Fresh

With all the grace and symmetry of a peacock fanning its tail, director Gabriel Mascaro reveals his hand in quixotic blasts of expressionistic color, graphic sensuality, and a few things we've never before seen on film...

Scott Marks, San Diego Reader
Fresh

The cowboy character would have benefited from a stronger story arc, but Cazarre is quietly charismatic in the role, a Brando-esque figure searching for meaning beyond maschismo.

Leah Pickett, Chicago Reader
Fresh

Mascaro works much like his protagonist, gathering together details, images, and scenes to create unexpected visions. The narrative seems desultory and repetitive until it coalesces into some arresting, if not perverse, sequences.

Peter Keough, Boston Globe
Fresh

Visually ravishing and sexually provocative, Neon Bull offers an unforgettable portrait of a changing Brazil, at once earthy and arty.

Peter Howell, Toronto Star

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