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As Benzedeiras follows five women and their blessing traditions

Labibe Araújo’s documentary is expected in Brazilian cinemas on November 12.

By PulseNovember 3, 2026
A woman extends her hand toward the camera in a sunlit room.
Promotional image from the documentary As Benzedeiras.

The documentary As Benzedeiras is expected in Brazilian cinemas on November 12, according to Ingresso.com. Written and directed by Labibe Araújo, it brings together accounts from five women in different regions of Brazil.

Camila Gomes, Josy Andrade, A-yá Kukamiriam, Rosa Maria and Mametu Muiandê, also known as Mãe Efigênia, share their paths and the relationship between blessing traditions, community, faith and everyday life.

The film presents personal experiences and traditions of faith. These accounts are not presented here as evidence of medical effectiveness.

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