O Corneteiro Lopes


O Corneteiro Lopes is a 2003 Brazilian short film directed by Lázaro Faria. This film, the fourth work by the Bahian director, loosely retells the story of an event that occurred during Brazil's wars of independence, following the declaration of Dom Pedro I.
The work was produced with an award from the 2002-Cine Notice, from the Government of the State of Bahia.

Synopsis

The film is set in Bahia under siege by Portuguese troops, who are gradually eroding the resistance forces commanded by General Labatut. When a fierce offensive begins, the commander orders Luiz Lopes to sound the "retreat." However, for ambiguous reasons, the bugler instead sounds "advance cavalry, to slaughter." At the sound, the Portuguese troops believe the Bahians have secured reinforcements and retreat. Thus came the victory of the Battle of Pirajá, decisive for Bahia's independence.

Exhibitions

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Awards