Seven Years in May

Seven Years in May is a blend of documentary and drama that follows Rafael, a man who fled his home seven years prior after discovering strangers were searching for him. While sitting by a fire near a factory, Rafael shares the story of his subsequent life with a stranger. His personal struggle is presented alongside the broader experiences of a population facing institutional corruption, police violence, and poverty.

The film was directed by Affonso Uchôa, who also co-wrote the screenplay with João Dumans and Rafael dos Santos Rocha. This production represents the second film in the director's chronological career, following Afternoon Woman and preceding Disciplina. The project was produced by Camila Bahia and was a joint effort between production companies in Brazil and Argentina.

Released in April 2019, the film has a runtime of 42 minutes. It has received a positive reception from its audience, maintaining a rating of 7.2 on TMDB based on 12 votes.