Gadanho movie poster

Gadanho

January 1, 1979 0h 21m

Originally released in 1979. Gadanho is a feature film. directed by João de Lima. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

The condition of social exclusion of the hundreds of people who live off the garbage of the Varadouro Municipal of João Pessoa. Figueiredo's speech about images of children disputing garbage with vultures. Music by Villa-Lobos and Piazzola contrasting with the routine of the garbage dump. Statement of a resident who returns to the place after 12 years in Rio, outraged with the requirement of a card for those who pick up the garbage. A sociologist speaks, trying to explain the situation of the garbage dumps based on the workers' struggle for better salaries, flattened "in more than 70%" since 1964.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1979 47 years ago
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Runtime 0h 21m 21 minutes total
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gadanho about?

The condition of social exclusion of the hundreds of people who live off the garbage of the Varadouro Municipal of João Pessoa. Figueiredo's speech about images of children disputing garbage with ...

Who directed Gadanho?

Gadanho was directed by João de Lima.

How long is Gadanho?

Gadanho has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).

When was Gadanho released?

Gadanho was released on January 1, 1979 in theaters.