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Bionic, a Futuristic Thriller from Director Afonso Poyart, Premieres May 29 on Netflix
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02 May 2024
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S o Paulo, May 2, 2024 - The year is 2035, and the world has been transformed by technology. In this futuristic dystopian thriller, directed by Afonso Poyart, two sisters vie for long-jump stardom in a future where bionic augmentations dominate in the world of sport. But this rivalry leads them down a sinister path. In the movie, premiering on May 29, ambition, moral dilemmas and family conflicts unfold in a cyberpunk setting, with adrenaline-filled action scenes.
Within a star-studded cast, Gabz and Jessica C res play two sisters who have been competing against each other since childhood to reach the top and make a name for themselves in sport. The leads are joined by Bruno Gagliasso (Heitor) and Christian Malheiros (Gus), as well as Klebber Toledo, Paulo Vilhena and Danton Mello in a plot filled with suspense and twists.
The first Brazilian movie of its kind produced by Netflix, this movie features innovative visual effects. The first images from Bionic give viewers a sneak peek at the cyberpunk world that awaits them.
Produced by Black Filmes for Netflix, Bionic is directed by Afonso Poyart, whose past directorial credits include Brazilian hits such as 2 Rabbits and Solace. Written by Josephina Trotta, Cris Cera, Victor Navas and Afonso Poyart. Executive producers Jatir Eir , Upex, Cristiane Miotto, Mariana Marcondes and Rodrigo Castellar.
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About Black Filmes:
Founded in 2017, Black Filmes has earned an excellent reputation in the production of commercials. It has grown stronger in the film industry over the years under the leadership of Afonso Poyart, whose films have garnered national recognition in Brazil. 2 Rabbits (2012), an action thriller, was one of the production company's standout hits. Starring Fernando Alves Pinto, Alessandra Negrini and Caco Ciocler, the film was awarded three Grande Pr mio do Cinema Brasileiro - for editing, visual effects and original soundtrack. In addition, Mais Forte Que O Mundo - A Hist ria De Jos Aldo (2016), is a biopic inspired by MMA fighter Jos Aldo. Starring Jos Loreto, Cl o Pires and Paloma Bernardes, the film was so well received that it was adapted into a four-part miniseries entitled Aldo - Mais Forte que o Mundo (2017).
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