They Don't Wear Black Tie
"The class struggle is, above all, familiar."
Originally released in 1981. They Don't Wear Black Tie is a drama film. directed by Leon Hirszman. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Carlos Alberto Riccelli, Bete Mendes, and Fernanda Montenegro
Synopsis
Otavio is an idealistic union leader trying to organize workers at a factory to resist the company's exploitative practices. His son, Tião, one of the employees, is more of a realist and doesn't want to risk losing his job by striking. This clash of perspectives puts the father and son at odds. Fortunately, Tião's mother, Romana, is on hand to act as a moderator between the two opinionated men.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 28, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (65 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Leon Hirszman Produções Cinematográficas
- Embrafilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is They Don't Wear Black Tie about?
Otavio is an idealistic union leader trying to organize workers at a factory to resist the company's exploitative practices. His son, Tião, one of the employees, is more of a realist and doesn't w...
Who directed They Don't Wear Black Tie?
They Don't Wear Black Tie was directed by Leon Hirszman.
How long is They Don't Wear Black Tie?
They Don't Wear Black Tie has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was They Don't Wear Black Tie released?
They Don't Wear Black Tie was released on September 28, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in They Don't Wear Black Tie?
The main cast of They Don't Wear Black Tie includes Carlos Alberto Riccelli, Bete Mendes, Fernanda Montenegro, Gianfrancesco Guarnieri, Anselmo Vasconcelos.