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Brasiliários

1986
Movie
10 min
Portuguese

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users85%
Director: Andrucha WaddingtonGenres: Drama, History, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 1968 Brazil, amid a military dictatorship, a group of young militants kidnaps the US ambassador to exchange him for their imprisoned comrades. Based on Fernando Gabeira's memoir, the film chronicles the tense negotiations, the ethical dilemmas faced by the revolutionaries, and the complexities of political resistance.

Critical Reception

The film received critical acclaim for its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and historical portrayal of a turbulent period in Brazilian history. It was praised for balancing political commentary with personal drama, making it accessible to a wide audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling narrative and suspenseful execution.

  • Lauded for its faithful adaptation of a significant historical event.

  • Commended for the strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's engaging plot and its effective depiction of political struggle. Many found it to be a thought-provoking and well-made historical drama.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of the kidnapping of Charles Burke Elbrick, the U.S. Ambassador to Brazil in 1968.

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