Brazil, 16th century. A war between native tribes supported by French Calvinists against those helped by Portuguese Catholics is near its climax, and Portuguese are losing ground. Young Brother Anchieta, a Jesuit missionary, is made ...See moreBrazil, 16th century. A war between native tribes supported by French Calvinists against those helped by Portuguese Catholics is near its climax, and Portuguese are losing ground. Young Brother Anchieta, a Jesuit missionary, is made hostage by indigenous enemies. His life is at stake. Anahy, the beautiful tribal chief wife, becomes increasingly amazed by Anchieta's empathy for the natives. Despite coming from a entirely different culture, the Brother even defends the Indians against his countrymen slave hunters and never tries to impose his beliefs, acting through example and moral strength. After witnessing a miracle, her conversion to Christianity will help Anchieta to make the truce. An epic tale of love and understanding, based on the life of Saint Joseph of Anchieta, canonized by Pope Francis in April, 2014.
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