This epic Brazilian film was based on the equally epic novel by Antonio Callado. Set between 1954 and 1964, the film's focus is the saga of Jesuit priest Nando. Fed up with civilization, he ventures deep into Amazon country to live with and work among the Xingu Indians.
Director: Ruy Guerra
Writer: Rudi Lagemann, Ruy Guerra
Producer: Ruy Guerra, Roberto Fonseca, Paulo Carlos De Brito
Director of Photography: Edgar Moura