Antonio das Mortes
Originally released in 1969. Antonio das Mortes is a action/drama film. directed by Glauber Rocha.
Starring Maurício do Valle, Odete Lara, and Othon Bastos
Synopsis
A new incarnation of Cangaceiro bandits, led by Coirana, has risen in the badlands. A blind landowner hires Antônio to wipe out his old nemesis. Yet after besting Coirana and accompanying the dying man to his mountain hideout, Antônio is moved by the plight of the Cangaceiro’s followers. The troubled hitman turns revolutionary, his gun and machete aimed towards his former masters.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (88 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Top Cast
Maurício do Valle
as Antônio das Mortes
Odete Lara
as Laura
Othon Bastos
as Professor
Jofre Soares
as Colonel Horácio
Lorival Pariz
as Coirana
Hugo Carvana
as Delegado Mattos
Rosa Maria Penna
as Santa Bárbara
Emmanuel Cavalcanti
as Padre
Conceição Senna
as Waitress at the Alvorada Bar (uncredited)
Mário Gusmão
as Antão
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Mapa Filmes
- Claude Antoine Films
- Munich Tele-Pool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio das Mortes about?
A new incarnation of Cangaceiro bandits, led by Coirana, has risen in the badlands. A blind landowner hires Antônio to wipe out his old nemesis. Yet after besting Coirana and accompanying the dyin...
Who directed Antonio das Mortes?
Antonio das Mortes was directed by Glauber Rocha.
How long is Antonio das Mortes?
Antonio das Mortes has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Antonio das Mortes released?
Antonio das Mortes was released on June 14, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Antonio das Mortes?
The main cast of Antonio das Mortes includes Maurício do Valle, Odete Lara, Othon Bastos, Jofre Soares, Lorival Pariz.