“Vida Maria”

reality, reflection, cyclic history, and the scholarly culture

Abstract

This paper analyses the “Vida Maria” documentary movie. It explores the Brazilian Northeast region's culture, education, and socioeconomic context. Its aim is to discuss how the cultural elements in the short film influence the experiences and perspectives of the movie characters, especially those of the protagonist, Maria. The goals include understanding the relationship between scholarly culture and human development and researching how life conditions have impacted education in unfavorable contexts. The methodology used was qualitative, with content critic analysis based on Carlos Rodrigues Brandão's theories. The results highlight the close relationship between culture, education, and opportunities, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on social disparities. We can conclude that education and culture play fundamental roles in forming identity and personal perspectives, highlighting the need for inclusive educational policies.