The Kiss movie poster

The Kiss

"It wasn’t the first kiss... neither the first time"

June 1, 1981 1h 20m 7.0/10 (34 votes)

Originally released in 1981. The Kiss is a crime/thriller film. directed by Bruno Barreto. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tarcísio Meira, Ney Latorraca, and Lídia Brondi

Synopsis

When a pedestrian is hit by a bus, the simple clerk Arandir runs and kisses the moribund in a gesture of sympathy and unconditional pure love. Opportunist photographer Amado Pinheiro witnesses the scene and sees the opportunity to sell newspaper and, together with the despicable and abusive chief of police Cunha, accuses Arandir of homosexuality.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (34 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Embrafilme
  • Filmes do Equador
  • LC Barreto

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Kiss about?

When a pedestrian is hit by a bus, the simple clerk Arandir runs and kisses the moribund in a gesture of sympathy and unconditional pure love. Opportunist photographer Amado Pinheiro witnesses the ...

Who directed The Kiss?

The Kiss was directed by Bruno Barreto.

How long is The Kiss?

The Kiss has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was The Kiss released?

The Kiss was released on June 1, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Kiss?

The main cast of The Kiss includes Tarcísio Meira, Ney Latorraca, Lídia Brondi, Christiane Torloni, Thelma Reston.