Dry Ground Burning (2023)

Dry Ground Burning (2023) poster

Just released from prison, Léa returns home to the Brasilia favela of Sol Nascente and joins up with her half-sister Chitara, the fearless leader of an all-female gang that steals and refines oil from underground pipes and sells gasoline to a clandestine network of motorcyclists. Living in constant opposition to Jair Bolsonaro’s fiercely authoritarian and militarized government, Chitara’s women claim the streets for themselves as a declaration of radical political resistance on behalf of ex-cons and the oppressed.

Director: Joana Pimenta, Adirley Queirós
Genre: Drama, Crime, Documentary
Runtime: 153 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Joana Pimenta
Editing: Cristina Amaral
Production: Cinco da Norte, Terratreme Filmes
Country: Brazil, Portugal, United States of America
Language: Português, English
Original Language: pt

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Joana Pimenta, Adirley Queirós
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dry Ground Burning about?
Just released from prison, Léa returns home to the Brasilia favela of Sol Nascente and joins up with her half-sister Chitara, the fearless leader of an all-female gang that steals and refines oil from underground pipes and sells gasoline to a clandestine network of motorcyclists. Living in constant opposition to Jair Bolsonaro’s fiercely authoritarian and militarized government, Chitara’s women claim the streets for themselves as a declaration of radical political resistance on behalf of ex-cons and the oppressed.
Who directed Dry Ground Burning?
Dry Ground Burning was directed by Joana Pimenta, Adirley Queirós.
Who stars in Dry Ground Burning?
Dry Ground Burning stars Léa Alves da Silva, Joana Darc Furtado, Andreia Vieira, Gleide Firmino, Mara Alves, Débora Alencar.
How long is Dry Ground Burning?
Dry Ground Burning has a runtime of 2h 33m (153 minutes).
What genre is Dry Ground Burning?
Dry Ground Burning is a Drama, Crime, Documentary film.
Where was Dry Ground Burning produced?
Dry Ground Burning was produced in Brazil, Portugal, United States of America.