Representação de sertão nos filmes: "Deus e o diabo na terra do sol" (Glauber Rocha, 1964) e "Entre o amor e a razão" (Cícero Filho, 2007)

Abstract

This Undergraduate Thesis analyzes the representation of the Brazilian backlands in the films Deus e o Diabo na Terra do Sol (1964), directed by Glauber Rocha, and Entre o Amor e a Razão (2007), directed by Cícero Filho. The research investigates how the backlands are constructed in both narratives, considering the historical, social, and cultural contexts of their respective periods. The study reveals that, in Deus e o Diabo na Terra do Sol, Glauber Rocha presents the backlands as a symbolic space of struggle, oppression, and resistance, using the innovative aesthetics of Cinema Novo. The backlands become a stage for debates about mysticism, violence, and the structural social issues of Brazil. On the other hand, Entre o Amor e a Razão by Cícero Filho places the backlands in a more contemporary and intimate context. The film addresses emotional and personal issues, reflecting the daily experiences of life in the sertanejo environment. This approach demonstrates a shift in the representation of the backlands, which, in this case, is portrayed as a cultural and emotional space, less politicized and closer to the local audience. The comparative analysis highlights the evolution of the representations of the backlands in Brazilian cinema, emphasizing how filmmakers have explored this territory to express different narrative and ideological perspectives, influenced by their historical contexts. The research is based on the narrative and historical contributions of various authors such as Marc Ferro, José d’Assunção, Arlindo Machado, among others.