The Wrung-Out Man movie poster

The Wrung-Out Man

December 13, 1980 1h 37m 7.1/10 (30 votes)

Originally released in 1980. The Wrung-Out Man is a drama film. directed by João Batista de Andrade.

Starring José Dumont, Célia Maracajá, and Barros Freire

Synopsis

Deraldo, a popular poet from Northeast Brazil, arrives in the capital of São Paulo, making a living only from his poetry and pamphlets. All is well until he is mistaken for a multinational worker who killed the boss at a party where he received the title of symbolic worker.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 13, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (30 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

  • Secretaria Municipal de Cultura de São Paulo
  • Embrafilme
  • Raiz Produções Cinematográficas

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wrung-Out Man about?

Deraldo, a popular poet from Northeast Brazil, arrives in the capital of São Paulo, making a living only from his poetry and pamphlets. All is well until he is mistaken for a multinational worker ...

Who directed The Wrung-Out Man?

The Wrung-Out Man was directed by João Batista de Andrade.

How long is The Wrung-Out Man?

The Wrung-Out Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was The Wrung-Out Man released?

The Wrung-Out Man was released on December 13, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Wrung-Out Man?

The main cast of The Wrung-Out Man includes José Dumont, Célia Maracajá, Barros Freire, Aldo Bueno, Dominguinhos.