In an arid and desolate landscape of northeastern Brazil, we follow the heart-wrenching story of a family of farmers struggling to survive amid drought and poverty. The plot revolves around Fabiano, a desperate man trying to keep afloat his wife, Sinhá Vitória, and their two children as they grapple with a lack of resources and the oppression of a system that offers them no respite.
As the story unfolds, the everyday challenges seem to pile on top of each other, from the search for food to the constant uncertainty of a better future. The hostile environment of the sertão becomes another character, reflecting the family's desolation and yearning as they long for what many consider simple: a worthy home and a peaceful life. The arrival of a stray dog, which they adopt, introduces a note of hope and companionship in their harsh journey.
However, social institutions and the harshness of their surroundings soon remind them that the path to dignity is fraught with obstacles. In a blend of realism and visual poetry, the narrative addresses themes like social injustice and the struggle for survival, creating a poignant and painful portrait of life in the countryside. Each moment feels like a battle in a war that seems never-ending, as the characters desperately wish for a breath of life amid so much desolation.