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Pecado sem Nome

Name: Pecado sem Nome
Released: 1978-06-04
Duration: 87 min

1978

Movie

87 min

Portuguese

Upon arriving at the building where he works, Pedro finds the janitor, Hilário Garcia, dead inside one of the elevators. Inspector Canovas, in charge of the case, discovered that Hilário was Portuguese, widowed, with an only child living in the United States. Several suspicious people are detained and interrogated and, during the investigation, a guard and a girl are killed. With the help of the North American police, Inspector Canovas discovers that Hilário's son, Antônio and his wife Vanda, had already returned to Brazil. The two are located in São Paulo and detained for investigation. At the police, Antônio confesses to Carlos, his brother-in-law, that he was responsible for his father's death. Based on these statements, Canovas concludes that the caretaker was murdered because he discovered that his son and brother-in-law made a living from various suspicious businesses and were acting outside the law.

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Director: Cláudio Cunha•Genres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman from a modest background becomes entangled in a complex relationship with a wealthy businessman. Her life takes a turn as she navigates the expectations and moral dilemmas of a society that judges her choices. The story explores themes of love, social class, and personal integrity.

Critical Reception

While specific critical reviews from its release are scarce, 'Pecado sem Nome' is noted as a representative melodrama of Brazilian cinema in the late 1970s, often appreciated for its exploration of societal pressures and romantic entanglements. It typically resonated with audiences seeking dramatic narratives.