The Angel Was Born
"A milestone of the Brazilian marginal cinema"
Originally released in 1969. The Angel Was Born is a crime/drama film. directed by Júlio Bressane. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hugo Carvana, Milton Gonçalves, and Norma Bengell
Synopsis
Santamaria and Urtigo are two bandits on the run, one is white, the other black. Santamaria is a mystical visionary and believes in the imminent coming of a purifying angel. Urtiga, his inseparable companion, is a simple-minded and ingenious man who follows Santamaria around and participates in the crimes he commits. The two bandits take over a house after kidnapping its owner and his girlfriend.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 12, 1969
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Julio Bressane Produções Cinematográficas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Angel Was Born about?
Santamaria and Urtigo are two bandits on the run, one is white, the other black. Santamaria is a mystical visionary and believes in the imminent coming of a purifying angel. Urtiga, his inseparable...
Who directed The Angel Was Born?
The Angel Was Born was directed by Júlio Bressane.
How long is The Angel Was Born?
The Angel Was Born has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was The Angel Was Born released?
The Angel Was Born was released on February 12, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Angel Was Born?
The main cast of The Angel Was Born includes Hugo Carvana, Milton Gonçalves, Norma Bengell, Maria Gladys, Neville D'Almeida.