๐ถ Movie Review: Baby (2024) โ Wellington, Ronaldo, Priscila
Genre: Drama | Family | Coming-of-Age
Baby (2024) is a deeply human and quietly stunning exploration of love, sacrifice, and resilience โ a film that sneaks into your heart and stays there long after the credits roll.
Set in a modest neighborhood on the outskirts of Sรฃo Paulo, the story follows Marcos (Wellington), a struggling mechanic whose world is turned upside down when he discovers a newborn left at the doorstep of his workshop. With no note and no clue as to who the child belongs to, Marcos reluctantly takes the infant in โ a decision that not only transforms his life, but awakens long-buried pain from his own broken childhood.
Ronaldo delivers a powerful performance as Andrรฉ, Marcosโs estranged brother, recently released from prison, who reappears just as Marcos begins to find peace. Their complicated dynamic โ torn between loyalty, guilt, and mistrust โ forms the emotional backbone of the film.
Priscila, portraying Ana, a compassionate social worker with her own secrets, brings grace and strength to a character caught between duty and empathy. Her connection with both the baby and Marcos builds quietly into something raw and beautiful.
Directed with a delicate touch by up-and-coming filmmaker Luiza Ferreira, Baby unfolds slowly, intimately โ capturing everyday moments with poetic realism. From the clatter of tools in the garage to the quiet stillness of a nighttime feeding, the film paints a portrait of unexpected parenthood that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting.
The cinematography leans into warm, natural tones, and the minimalist score lets the performances shine. Every tear, every breath, every silent look โ it all feels real.
Rating: 8.9/10
Verdict: Tender, honest, and quietly devastating, Baby (2024) isnโt just a film about a child โ itโs a story about redemption, connection, and the family we choose. A hidden gem that deserves your full attention.
