The Call of Chaos (original title Salve Geral: Irmandade) is a Brazilian action thriller directed by Pedro Morelli, who co-wrote the screenplay with Julia Furer. With a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes, the film features performances by Camilla Damião, Seu Jorge, Naruna Costa, Hermila Guedes, and Lee Taylor. It will be available in France on Netflix starting February 11, 2026.
In a São Paulo city ravaged by a severe security crisis, 18-year-old Elisa finds herself on the fringes of a criminal organization known as the Fraternity. When she is kidnapped by corrupt police officers, the delicate balance between the factions and law enforcement begins to break down. Her aunt Cristina, a key figure within the organization, strives to orchestrate her rescue by rallying her network of contacts.
The kidnapping sparks a domino effect. A wave of coordinated assaults on police stations plunges the city into chaos and rebellion, blurring the line between justice and revenge. In this turbulent climate, Elisa and Cristina face a showdown with their own beliefs: how far are they willing to go to protect their loved ones, and at what cost?
A key figure in the project, Pedro Morelli draws on a tradition of Brazilian urban thrillers that focus on the tension between organized crime and public institutions. The film is based on a screenplay co-written with Julia Furer, featuring a rare dual female perspective for this genre. Set in modern-day São Paulo, the story unfolds against a backdrop of stark social inequalities and deep structural divides.
The cast blends well-known figures from Brazilian cinema and music, such as Seu Jorge, with a new generation of performers, including Camilla Damião. The story weaves together personal drama and urban storytelling, in a direction that emphasizes gradual tension and moral dilemmas over pure spectacle.
Blending elements of political thriller and family drama, The Call of Chaos delves into cycles of retaliation and institutional machinations. The film is aimed at viewers who appreciate stories rooted in a vivid social reality, where action is intertwined with reflections on personal responsibility. Set against an urban backdrop and exploring the tense dynamics between police forces and criminal organizations, it follows in the footsteps of contemporary Latin American thrillers that grapple with corruption and systemic violence.
The Call of Chaos
Release | 2026
Streaming on Netflix starting February 11, 2026
Action, Drama, Thriller | Length: 1h43
Directed by Pedro Morelli | Starring Camilla Damião, Seu Jorge, Naruna Costa
Original title: Salve Geral: Irmandade
Country: Brazil
Set against a tense urban backdrop and exploring a family drama strained by violence, L'Appel du chaos delivers a gripping thriller that intertwines action with a deeper reflection on power dynamics and personal decisions. Premiering on Netflix in February 2026, the film broadens the platform's international selection with a compelling Brazilian production focused on modern societal fractures.
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