Innocent Mosquitoes

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Set in 1896 in Canudos, Brazil, the narrative unfolds during a brutal conflict where the Republican Government violently suppresses a millenarian movement led by the charismatic priest Antonio Conselheiro. The catastrophic clash results in the deaths of thirty thousand people, highlighting themes of faith, resistance, and the struggle against oppression. The story captures a pivotal moment in Brazilian history, revealing the complexities of power, belief, and the human cost of political strife.