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There are not a lot of topics involving consenting adults that can really shock these days but this searing romantic drama about two brothers who love incestuously may well be one of them! Set in a sun-burnished Brazil, two boys, Francisco and his younger half-brother (same mother, different fathers) Thomás, are being raised in upper class comfort in Rio by their doting mother. Five years apart, the boys are best friends and unusually close to each other so much so that their intimacy brings vocal concerns from relatives that maybe they are too close. But the parents reluctantly brush away the concerns. Fast-forward several years with Francisco and Thomás now strikingly handsome, bronzed young men and their childhood intensity has evolved into a torrid sexual relationship. But when Thomás is offered a chance to train for the Brazilian swim team in Russia for a long period of time, the proposed separation brings fears that their love is threatened. Spectacularly shot amidst the mountains, beaches and grand estates of Brazil, this intense drama does not just live on the controversial subject matter but rather is a strikingly evocative romance of two men fighting against societal conventions
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86 of 92 people found the following review helpful
By eddiek
Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase
Forget the incest part-even forget the gay part--i have never seen in film a couple so completely in love---the way they embrace and look in each others eyes when they fear separation makes me want that depth of love for myself like i have never wanted anything like it before-the actors were so good they made it look so real--i know its just the movies and in real life most times it fleeting, but the intimacy shown in this film truly makes me want to experience it for myself--the male leads are totally masculine and gorgeous but their relationship seems so real and again their love for each other seems so absolutely complete--Kuddos to everybody involved with this movie--especially the 2 leads---the interesting part is that the incest part in the movie sort of makes the intimacy so understandable--knowing and trusting from the beginning would affect everything in any relationship i guess-----watch it and you will melt at the end
80 of 87 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Do Começo ao Fim" (From Begining to End) unites two brothers beyond boundaries
May 7, 2011
By cinephile
Format:DVD
Even though the subject matter may repel some, as the film begins, "From Begining to end" immediately immerses the viewer into the family life of brothers Thomas and Francisco. This Brazilian import is fearless and daring in many ways as its touches on some very taboo subject matters. It slowly creeps up to you, but once this drama sees the boys as grown men, it takes a very nostalgic mood. There is a very haunting aspect to this film that will leave you lulled and wanting more. There is also a certain amount of sadness eminent from the fantastic performances from Rafael Cardoso and João Gabriel Vasconcellos. Both these men light up the screen, and their chemistry was incendiary with a very fierce dynamic relationship that takes twists and turns in many directions but ultimately leaves you yearning for what was once between them. The film is pretty much about life changes and how some of the best times are hard to let go as mere memories. Both brothers, in their own way, must deal with life's changes and its unexpectedness. Very poetic and always eloquent in its storytelling, dealing with such difficult subject matter was flawlessly handled sensitively in the very capable hands of Aluisio Abranches. Brazil should be proud to have this film. It represents very well the beautiful people of Brazil, their culture and it give you great insight of a culture that is filled with traditions as well as strong family and community ties.
As the movie beautifully unfolds, we explore and observe a relationships and how difficult it can be to let go of the tie that binds
As the movie beautifully unfolds, we explore and observe a relationships and how difficult it can be to let go of the tie that binds
28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By tallgirlsd
Format:Amazon Instant Video
I happened across this video on a lonely Sunday night at home and decided to download it. I was so impressed. The absolute beauty and elegance of it was such a pleasant surprise. The love story was beautiful and full of real passion and feeling. I think anyone would dream of being so lucky to have a connection to someone on this intense of a level. I wasn't offended by the content or the nudity. It was what the movie needed to show the true passion of the relationship. I have recommended it to a few friends already. The ending was disappointing and the movie just seemed to stop without a real finish to it. Maybe an ending like that was in reality the perfect ending. Thanks to the film maker for giving us a look at unconventional true love.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's Decent.
Attractive guys and an... interesting plot. It's overall a very sad and bittersweet film so if you're just wanting to buy it for the sex scenes you might look somewhere else. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Liz Armour
3.0 out of 5 stars
Pretty Good
If you can get past the incestuous theme of the movie, it's not bad. One of the more unusual and unique movies I have seen.
Published 7 days ago by D. McNamara
4.0 out of 5 stars
WHOA.............
A WHOLE LOT GOING ON HERE NOT WHAT WAS EXPECTED BUT A WHOLE LOT IN ONE MOVIE MAKES YOU THINK................
Published 10 days ago by peter oldenburg
3.0 out of 5 stars
A Beginning, a muddle and an end.....
The first part about their boyhood was too long. And then little story line after that. Was a bit disappointed. I expected more of a story.
Published 10 days ago by Marcoux
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sensational
What was most unique is that the actors who were selected to play the young and then the older brothers were so well cast that it was truly like they were the grown up brothers... Read more
Published 15 days ago by Gregory Sanoff
4.0 out of 5 stars
Hot
I choose the rating because I thought the movie was interesting. It is very taboo but also kinda hot, because the actors are, in a "shhh i don't want anyone to know" kinda... Read more
Published 16 days ago by Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sweet and hot
If you're squeamish about taboos, don't even go NEAR this film.
Brothers and gay and in love with each other. Read more
Brothers and gay and in love with each other. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Danjal Jannik Nyberg
5.0 out of 5 stars
From Beginning To End
The subject matter is a little more than racy....but all the actors and the writing is really superb.
This is probably one of the best gay themed movies I have seen. Read more
This is probably one of the best gay themed movies I have seen. Read more
Published 22 days ago by Glenn C. Stewart
4.0 out of 5 stars
Beautifully filmed
As one would expect from a Brazilian film it was beautifully framed with Latin rhythms at appropriate times. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Daniel Bly
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent, Beautiful Film
The movie is beautifully crafted. The actors across the cast are excellent, the direction and cinematography are superb. I was totally engrossed in the story. Read more
Published 28 days ago by E. R. Genzel
