Revólver de Brinquedo
Revólver de Brinquedo

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Revólver de Brinquedo

1977
Movie
95 min
Portuguese

Solitary young man, dominated by his mother, lives in a daydream. He buys a toy gun and impersonates a crime book personage.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ruy GuerraGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In this crime drama, a disillusioned detective named Octavio is drawn into a complex investigation involving a mysterious woman and a series of violent events. As he delves deeper, the lines between his professional duty and personal entanglement begin to blur, leading him down a dark and perilous path. The film explores themes of morality, corruption, and the human psyche under pressure.

Critical Reception

Revólver de Brinquedo received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric direction and strong performances, particularly from Odete Lara. Some found the plot convoluted, but it was generally regarded as a notable entry in Brazilian cinema of the era, appreciated for its gritty portrayal of urban crime and psychological depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric and noir-like direction.

  • Noted for strong, albeit intense, performances by the lead actors.

  • Some reviews pointed to a complex or at times hard-to-follow narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Brazilian crime dramas that explored social and political issues of the time through a noir lens.

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