The Best Mother in the World

To escape her abusive husband, garbage collector Gal packs her two young children, Rihanna and Benin, onto the top of her cart and heads across São Paulo to her cousin’s house. As she struggles to avoid the dangers of the streets along the way, she convinces the children that they are on a big and exciting adventure. When they arrive at her cousin’s house, they are warmly welcomed and fed. However, what initially seems like a safe haven soon turns out to be a trap. Gal realises that not only her own safety is at risk, but also the future of her children.

Director: Anna Muylaert

Cast

Shirley Cruz

Gal

Seu Jorge

Leandro

Rihanna Barbosa

Rihanna

Benin Ayo

João Victor

Rejane Faria

Munda

Luedji Luna

Valdete

Rubens Santos

Anivaldo

Katiuscia Canoro

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