Remains of a Man

Renata lives on a remote property with her husband and teenage daughter, where daily life is shaped by routine and a quiet, persistent unease. When a stranger arrives, the household's fragile balance starts to shift, and Renata feels dormant longings and fears stirring to the surface. The film follows her growing restlessness and the small confrontations that expose hidden tensions in the family, focusing on mood and the slow accumulation of suspicion rather than action. Scenes linger on the landscape and on personal silences, building an atmosphere of simmering conflict as relationships are tested and choices become harder to ignore.

Directed by Ana Johann from an original concept by Alana Rodrigues, the film was released in 2022 and centers on Clarissa Kiste as Renata, with Irandhir Santos, Laís Cristina, Zeca Cenovicz, and Otavio Linhares rounding out the main cast. The production emphasizes intimate performances and restrained visuals.

No widely reported box office figures are available, and the film remained largely under the radar commercially. It did not register as a mainstream theatrical success and found most of its exposure through limited showings and smaller distribution channels.

Though it hasn’t become a mainstream touchstone, the film has drawn attention among some viewers for its austere rural imagery and the way it lets tension build through small gestures. It hasn’t produced famous lines or viral moments, but its visual mood and the central performance have prompted conversation in niche discussion groups and among fans of slow-burning drama.

Critical response has been modest and mixed, reflected in a low average rating from a small number of votes. Many viewers point to strong lead performances and an effective atmosphere, while others mention uneven pacing and a script that can feel sparse. The film focuses on themes of isolation, fear, desire, and the strain of intimate family ties, privileging mood and character over plot mechanics.