While the original tale focuses on two children lost in the woods, this version places
Diferente das versões tradicionais, o filme coloca Maria (interpretada por ) em destaque. Em uma terra assolada pela fome, ela e seu irmão João (Sammy Leakey) são expulsos de casa e precisam atravessar uma floresta sombria em busca de sobrevivência. While the original tale focuses on two children
), focusing on its unique atmospheric horror and departure from the traditional fairy tale. Maria e João : A Visual Masterpiece of Modern Folk Horror Released in February 2020, Maria e João: O Conto das Bruxas Maria e João : A Visual Masterpiece of
Low-angle shots make the environments feel imposing, reflecting the vulnerability of the siblings. Feminine Power and the Witch's Shadow | Metric | Details | |--------|---------| | |
(Sammy Leakey) as they flee their home during a time of famine and madness. Lost in an unforgiving forest, they encounter a hunter who helps them temporarily before they stumble upon a strange, modernist house in the woods.
| Metric | Details | |--------|---------| | | Approximately R$ 12 million in the first two weeks, strong for a domestic animated feature. | | Critical Response | Rotten Tomatoes (Brazil): 78 % Fresh . Critics praised the visual style and the respectful handling of folklore. | | Audience Score | 4.5/5 on AdoroCinema (based on >30,000 ratings). Families highlighted the movie’s heart‑warming message. | | Awards | Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 2021 Grande Prêmio do Cinema Brasileiro ; won Best Original Score at the Festival de Cinema Infantil de São Paulo . |