Os Foragidos da Violência
Os Foragidos da Violência

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Os Foragidos da Violência

1979
Movie
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Portuguese

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: J. Arthur BrownGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of ex-convicts attempts to pull off a series of heists to escape their violent past. They soon find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with law enforcement and rival criminal elements. The pursuit intensifies as their plan unravels, leading to explosive confrontations and desperate measures.

Critical Reception

Os Foragidos da Violência received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its gratuitous violence and weak plot. While some acknowledged its raw energy and certain performances, it was generally seen as a low-budget exploitation film with little artistic merit. Audiences at the time were divided, with some drawn to its gritty nature and others put off by its brutality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless pace and gritty realism.

  • Criticized for its excessive violence and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a typical example of late 70s exploitation cinema.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, contributing to its raw and often unpolished aesthetic that is characteristic of some exploitation films of the era.

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