O Auto da Compadecida
Miniseries
19994 episodes
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.
Episodes
E1Episode 1
1999-01-05 · 40m
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.
E2Episode 2
1999-01-06 · 41m
João Grilo try to deceive a rich man into believing that Chicó is a worthy (and, mostly, wealthy) man for his daughter.
E3Episode 3
1999-01-07 · 38m
João Grilo deceive two men to fight each other, making Chicó look like a brave man in-between the quarrel.
E4Episode 4
1999-01-08 · 48m
João Grilo dies and has to use all his wit to avoid going to Hell.