O Guanaco Caipira (2026)
Director: Rafagel
Cast: Penélope Melgar Mantelli, Ravi Widnef, Penélope Celestrino Leal, Samuel Bonfim, Gabriel Bonfim
Did you know? Despite its Brazilian setting, the Guanaco Caipira’s mask was actually carved by a Paraguayan artisan, reflecting the animal’s natural range across both countries.
Why Watch: If you crave a refreshingly bizarre horror that trades tired tropes for Brazilian folklore, *O Guanaco Caipira* serves a terrifyingly unique slice of Festa Junina nightmare fuel. This claustrophobic, door-filled labyrinth is a must-watch for genre fans seeking a vibrant, culturally rich scare that’s as visually striking as it is genuinely unsettling. Don’t miss the chance to see one of 2024’s most inventive and creepily festive indies.
A young woman with a deep aversion to Festa Junina finds herself trapped in a tight, door-filled maze. There, she’s relentlessly tormented by eerie figures clad in the vibrant attire of Brazil’s iconic celebration, all while being pursued by the Guanaco Caipira—a masked stalker wearing the head of Paraguay’s native animal.