Miniseries
4 episodes · 1999
Based on the play of the same name by Ariano Suassuna, *O Auto da Compadecida* is a comedy that blends regional elements and religiosity to tell the story of João Grilo and Chicó.
Episode 1. Episode 1
1999-01-05 · 40 min
When a dog dies of poisoning, the two caretakers, trying to avoid the wrath of its owners, convince the local priest and a bishop to give the dead animal a Christian burial, promising them a share of a supposed dog's will.
Episode 2. Episode 2
1999-01-06 · 41 min
João Grilo try to deceive a rich man into believing that Chicó is a worthy (and, mostly, wealthy) man for his daughter.
Episode 3. Episode 3
1999-01-07 · 38 min
João Grilo deceive two men to fight each other, making Chicó look like a brave man in-between the quarrel.
Episode 4. Episode 4
1999-01-08 · 48 min
João Grilo dies and has to use all his wit to avoid going to Hell.
