Alba Liberato

Boi Aruá is a feature film of Brazilian animation, directed by Chico Liberato. The film is based on the book "O Boi Aruá" by Luís Jardim.

A despotic king fortifies himself by devouring two subjects per year. Now it's time for two friends, who decide to escape. During their flight, the character of each will assert itself, guiding their actions. One will reveal himself as fraternal and integrated with the forces of nature, embodying them. The other will become oppressive and cruel, hardening body and soul through the submission of his friend.

Perpetuating art was the main objective in the life of visual artist, filmmaker and cultural manager Chico Liberato, who died in January, 2023. A pioneer of animation cinema in Bahia, he left a legacy for the area, and even in his family.