It s 1988, and Melo, an Uruguayan town on the Brazilian border, awaits the visit of Pope John Paul II. 50,000 people are expected to attend, and the most humble locals believe that selling food and drink to the multitude w... more »ill just about make them rich. Petty smuggler Beto thinks he has the best idea of all--he decides he will build a WC in front of his house and charge for its use. His efforts bring about unexpected consequences, and the final results will surprise everyone. An alternatingly touching, humorous and poignant story of human dignity and solidarity from director/scriptwriter Enrique Fernández and noted cinematographer César Charlone (Oscar-nominated City of God ). Co-produced by Oscar-nominee Fernando Meirelles ( City of God and The Constant Gardener ). WINNER Horizons Award, San Sebastian International Film Festival
WINNER International Jury Award, Sao Paulo International Film Festival
WINNER Audience Award, Golden Kikito and Kikito Critic s Prize, Gramado Film Festival
WINNER Silver Colon, Huelva Latin American Film Festival
NOMINATED Golden Colon, Huelva Latin American Film Festival
WINNER Best First Work, TVE Award, Lleida Latin American Film Festival
WINNER Best First Film, Best Actor and Best Cinematography, Providence Latino Film Festival
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