The Guardian
"A boy and his grandpa must face the life-changing consequences of a skirt."
Released just last year. The Guardian is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Eduardo Tosta. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carlos Betão, João Pedro Magalhães, and Luciana Souza
Synopsis
After hearing about a Brazilian folklore party at the neighborhood school, Fernando, an 8-year-old child, decides to go dressed as Curupira, with a skirt and everything, and suggests it to his grandfather, Mr. Lino, 70 years old. The dynamics between grandfather and grandson begin to be affected as Lino perceives Fernando to be a different child. Through subtleties in the dialogues and the silence, social conventions and the responsibility of being the guardian-protector of something precious, the film evokes conceptions of the masculine within a queer childhood.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 2025
9 months ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Budget
$50K
Production budget
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
- Budget
- $50,000
Production Companies
- Camaleoa Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Guardian about?
After hearing about a Brazilian folklore party at the neighborhood school, Fernando, an 8-year-old child, decides to go dressed as Curupira, with a skirt and everything, and suggests it to his gran...
Who directed The Guardian?
The Guardian was directed by Eduardo Tosta.
How long is The Guardian?
The Guardian has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was The Guardian released?
The Guardian was released on May 1, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Guardian?
The main cast of The Guardian includes Carlos Betão, João Pedro Magalhães, Luciana Souza, Luka.