At the Edge of the Earth

This documentary provides a deep look into Mário Peixoto, a pivotal figure in Brazilian cinema, known for his enigmatic masterpiece 'Limite', which premiered in 1931. Although he never directed another film, Peixoto's work left a lasting impact on the industry. Sérgio Machado honors Peixoto's life through personal diaries, archival footage, and testimonials from peers like Walter Salles and Nelson Pereira dos Santos.

At the Edge of the Earth includes segments from Peixoto’s works, including the unfinished 'Onde a Terra Acaba' and the short film 'O Homem do Morcego'. The documentary runs for 74 minutes, providing a compact yet rich exploration of Peixoto's artistry and the context surrounding his solitary place in Brazilian film history. For collectors, this film represents a significant study of an important figure whose contributions to cinema are still revered, even as he produced only one feature film.