Overview
- Released on October 8, the Brazilian film is directed by Diego Freitas and stars Rafael Vitti alongside Amendoim, a real mixed-breed dog, in a production by Migdal Filmes with Netflix.
- Coverage reports the movie as one of the most-watched titles globally on Netflix, leading rankings in countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Spain and Uruguay, with a top-three position in Spain.
- The plot follows a rising chef in São Paulo whose life is upended by a serious diagnosis as a street dog becomes his crucial companion.
- Amendoim was rescued and cast to authentically represent the ‘vira‑lata caramelo,’ with training led by Luis Estrelas and technical advising by Mike Miliotti under reported welfare supervision on set.
- Reports emphasize the film’s message to valorize mixed-breed dogs and encourage adoption, sterilization and support for shelters, aligning with strong audience reactions on social media.