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Vazante (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Vazante is a 2018 adventure drama directed by Daniela Thomas, starring Luana Nastas as Beatriz, Adriano Carvalho and Fabrício Boliveira. It runs 1 hour 56 minutes and earned $25,091 worldwide. Critics gave it 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.

IMDb rating
7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
worldwide gross
$25.1K
Echo Score
70
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Vazante (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 56m (116 min)
Director
Daniela Thomas
Genres
Adventure , Drama
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Vazante About?

The premise of Vazante without spoilers.

Antonio returns to his mountain home in Brazil to find his wife deceased, shattering his world. He subsequently marries Beatriz, his wife’s niece, who must then confront a landscape defined by grief and isolation. As Beatriz integrates into the community, she forms connections with its marginalized residents and discovers resilience amidst hardship, subtly questioning the harshness of her circumstances and seeking a path toward hope.

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Cast & crew

Vazante Cast & Characters

Luana Nastas leads the cast as Beatriz, with Adriano Carvalho as António and Fabrício Boliveira as Jeremias. Directed by Daniela Thomas; 10 actors are credited in all.

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More from Daniela Thomas

More films directed by Daniela Thomas, best-rated first: Paris, je t'aime, O Banquete, Rio 2016 Olympic Opening Ceremony: A New World and Sunstroke.

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Ratings

Vazante Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Vazante 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in story & flow (55).

70 /100

Vazante Echo Score Breakdown

Vazante balances striking visual craft with a patient but sometimes opaque narrative, resulting in a potentially divisive experience. Many critics noted the assured direction and impactful imagery while pointing to deliberate pacing and sparse exposition that can feel austere. Character portrayals were praised for emotional authenticity but also critiqued for limited development. The immersive sensory qualities elevate the material even as the slow build may challenge viewer engagement. In net, the film's formal rigor defines its appeal and limitations.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, Vazante exhibits a confident visual sensibility marked by striking compositions and rigorous production design. Critics highlighted the director’s assured framing and elegant editing choices that underscore the film’s austere tone. While some note an overly restrained formalism, the sustained attention to visual detail remains a defining strength of the film.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    When it comes to character and emotion, Vazante offers moments of genuine authenticity in its portrayal of interpersonal bonds set against a fraught historical backdrop. Reviewers appreciated the raw emotional resonance conveyed by central performances, even as the film’s austere approach limits deeper character development. Overall, the emotional impact is credible but occasionally underexplored.

  • Story & Flow 55

    In terms of story and flow, the film unfolds at a deliberate, slow-burning pace that highlights thematic depth but can feel opaque to some viewers. Critics noted the gradual narrative build and simmering tension, yet many wished for more direct exposition and clearer plot progression. As a result, the pacing shapes both the film’s immersive quality and its occasional narrative distance.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When it comes to the sensory experience, Vazante excels in its use of visual style and sound design to evoke a palpable historical atmosphere. Many critics praised the film’s austere color palette, expansive landscapes, and nuanced score, which combine to reinforce a haunting immersion. The cohesive sensory elements consistently elevate the film’s formal intensity.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, Vazante offers a richly composed visual journey that may reward subsequent viewings while its austere pacing could deter repeat engagement. Critics observed that the film’s immersive atmospherics and thematic subtlety invite deeper reflection, yet acknowledged that the slow-burning structure requires notable investment. Overall, its lasting appeal is moderate and best suited to appreciative audiences.

Box office

Vazante Box Office

Vazante grossed $25,091 worldwide. $23,884 came from the US and Canada and $1,207 (5%) from the rest of the world.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$25.1K

US & Canada
$23.9K
International
$1.2K
US & Canada 95% Rest of the world 5%
Videos

Vazante Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Vazante.

Vazante Trailer #1 (2017) | Movieclips Indie
Details

Vazante Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Отлив” and “瓦赞蒂”.

Also known as
  • Отлив
  • 瓦赞蒂
  • 바잔치

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FAQ

Vazante FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Vazante, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Vazante?

Vazante runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

When was Vazante released?

Vazante was released on January 12, 2018.

Who directed Vazante?

Vazante was directed by Daniela Thomas.

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Who is in the cast of Vazante?

Vazante stars Luana Nastas as Beatriz, Adriano Carvalho as António and Fabrício Boliveira as Jeremias, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Vazante make at the box office?

Vazante grossed $25,091 worldwide ($23,884 domestic, $1,207 international).

How is Vazante rated?

Vazante has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

Does Vazante have a post-credit scene?

No. Vazante has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Vazante in?

The original language of Vazante is Portuguese.

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