Hombre con H

'Homem com H' is one of the best biography docudrama's I have seen so far. The movie intelligently portrays the story of a well-respected brazilian artist by offering the audience a glimpse into his private life in a way that is coherent and entertaining, making us feel like we understand what is going on in Ney Matogrosso's head and why he becomes the iconic personality that he is today.

Jesuíta Barbosa's performance as Ney Matogrosso rivals that of Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury ('Bohemian Rhapsody') in it's thoughtfullness towards incorporating every mannerism and way of thinking that the real-life people they are portraying have. It is an honestly incredible, very much award-worthy performance that balances the line between being nuanced and overdramatized. The rest of the cast similarly does a phenomenal job in portraying their real-life counterparts without taking away the focus from the protagonist.

The movie is incredibly explicit, perhaps excessively so, but one must assume that it is an important and relevant part of Ney's life, and that his story could not have been told as faithfully without it. If you do not enjoy sex scenes, or gay sex scenes, this biography may not be for you, but otherwise it is a fascinating piece of biographical storytelling and an absolute must watch even for those who are not familiar with Ney Matogrosso - if nothing else, his music alone is sure to leave you with a good first impression as you walk out of the movie theatre.

The film "Homem com H" portrays the story of Ney Matogrosso, an icon of Brazilian music, marked by his daring performances; being heavily judged for this. Ney Matogrosso positively impacted the history of Brazilian popular music, bringing more representativeness and musical influence. His songs, which encompassed various musical styles in one, are just some of the many contributions he made to culture!

This film contains an impeccable soundtrack with classic MPB songs and several from Ney himself, completely impacting the viewer! Every song that played made me stop to research and save it to my playlist.

It was emotional to watch; personally, I didn't know much about the singer's story, but through the film, I came to know him and became genuinely interested in his story and music. Ney Matogrosso is portrayed with melancholy; it was something I noticed but also found beautiful to see. It's a type of melancholy that brings peace, you know?

The film contains impactful scenes of homophobia, sex, abuse, and aggression, both physical and verbal; one of the reasons I had so much difficulty watching it are extremely strong scenes that triggered me; at times I even thought, 'How is this actor, so young, not affected by this?'

They are actors; I know they are trained not to be emotionally impacted by everything, and I'm also aware that it's all acting, nothing real. But a child might not understand that. Without further 'spoilers,' you'll understand when you watch it.

In the end, I highly recommend it! It's an incredibly good and very emotional film.

Homem com H is one of those films that doesn't just tell a story - it lives inside it. Elegantly and bravely directed by Esmir Filho, the movie dives into the essence of Ney Matogrosso, delivering a visual, musical, and emotionally powerful experience.

From the very first moments, the narrative shows great care: the film has no unnecessary pauses or dragging scenes. On the contrary - each moment pulses with energy, echoing the restless and rebellious rhythm that has always defined Ney. This is a biopic that avoids clichés, choosing instead a more artistic, performative, and poetic path. In this sense, Azul Serra's cinematography deserves special praise: it not only captures concerts and behind-the-scenes moments beautifully but turns them into living canvases of expression and resistance.

The standout, however, is Jesuíta Barbosa's performance. He doesn't imitate Ney - he becomes him. From body language to his soft yet firm voice, from the stage presence to intimate silences, Jesuíta conveys the raw and delicate strength of one of Brazil's greatest artists. His portrayal is undoubtedly one of the most powerful in recent Brazilian cinema.

The film succeeds in portraying Ney's public and private persona with sensitivity, especially his courageous stance during Brazil's military dictatorship. It's moving to see how Ney, through art and sensuality, challenged censorship, repression, and prejudice during such a fearful time.

That said, some aspects could have been explored in greater depth. Ney's relationship with Marco de Maria, for instance, is briefly mentioned but underdeveloped - the same goes for his connection with Cazuza and the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, which deeply affected his artistic generation. These are glimpses that deserved more time and emotional depth.

Still, Homem com H is a necessary film - for fans, for those unfamiliar with Ney, and especially for a country still in need of revisiting its wounds and recognizing its symbols of freedom. Ney Matogrosso was - and is - one of those symbols. And here, his story receives the tribute it deserves: visceral, intense, artistic, and true.

I watched this movie with my Brazilian wife who taught me about Ney. I honestly was not expecting this movie to be that good! I was hooked from the beginning to the end. The actor playing Ney deserves so much praise for his captivating portrayal. Do yourself a favor and watch this movie, even if you don't speak Portuguese. We watched it in Portuguese with English subtitles and it was perfect for us both.

I would say that this is a great movie to watch even if you do not know Ney's story, like me. I really enjoyed learning about his life and all of the fascinating friends he made in his life. We laughed, we cried, my wife sang, we had a great time!

Jesuíta Barbosa delivers a phenomenal performance. I really enjoyed his acting and the overall work of the film. There were moments when I felt a bit lost, but the musical performances brought me back. The cinematography, editing, and technical aspects were all very well done, but the real standout here is Jesuíta.

The storytelling could have been a bit better, but I believe it was the intention of the Director and Ney Matogrosso himself, which I respect as a viewer.

I'm not one for comparisons, but I enjoyed it more than "Bohemian Rhapsody".

Please give the World Cup to Jesuíta Barbosa, he deserves it. Thank you, Brazil.