Caramelo (film)

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Caramelo is a film directed by Diego Freitas and produced by Migdal Filmes [1] for Netflix in Brazil. Its main characters are Pedro (Rafael Vitti) and a Brazilian street dog whose type gives the name of both the dog and the film. [2]

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It was released on 8 October 2025. [3] [4] [5] [6]

Plot

Pedro (Rafael Vitti) is a chef about to realise his dream of opening his own restaurant when an unexpected diagnosis completely changes his plans. At that moment, he meets an adorable, caramel-colored mixed-breed dog, and embarks on a journey of rediscovery, friendship and hope.​ [7] [6]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Chef and TV Personality Paola Carosella Will Make a Special Appearance in the Netflix Film 'Caramelo'". About Netflix. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  2. "Vira-lata caramelo: Brazil has a new icon thanks to Netflix and memes". The Independent. 18 December 2024. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  3. Rudra, Srijoni (9 October 2025). "'Caramelo' Netflix Review: A Heartwarming Film Centered Around Brazil's National Pride". dmtalkies.com. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  4. Renner, Brian D. (10 September 2025). "Everything You Need to Know About Caramelo Movie (2025): Sep. 10, 2025 - changed the US film release date from TBA to October 8, 2025". Movie Insider. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  5. Specter, Emma (September 24, 2025). "Here's Everything Coming to Netflix in October 2025". Vogue. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  6. 1 2 Almeida, Diego (8 October 2025). "Crítica: Caramelo se consolida como um dos filmes mais emocionantes sobre humanos e cães" [Criticism: Caramel consolidates itself as one of the most exciting films about humans and dogs]. www.otempo.com.br. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
  7. "'Caramelo', que tem cão como protagonista, chega hoje à Netflix" ['Caramelo', which stars a dog, arrives on Netflix today]. Estado de Minas (in Brazilian Portuguese). 8 October 2025. Retrieved 15 October 2025.