Cesium-137(1990)
Césio 137 - O Pesadelo de Goiânia
The real story behind Goiânia's nightmare
Cesium-137 Synopsis
In 1987, in Goiânia, two paper collectors find a radioactive capsule and sell it to the owner of a junkyard. Once the capsule is opened, more than 250 people end up contaminated by the substance called Cesium 137, being the biggest radiological accident in the history of Brazil.
Cesium-137 (1990) is a drama film directed by Roberto Pires, released on October 10, 1990 with a runtime of 1h 35m. It stars Nelson Xavier, Joana Fomm, Stepan Nercessian and Denise Milfont. Viewers rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 9 ratings.
- Director:
- Roberto Pires
- Writers:
- Roberto Pires
- Producers:
- Luiz Antônio de Carvalho
- Cinematographer:
- Walter Carvalho
- Composer:
- Otavio Garcia
- Production:
- Iglu Filmes, Master Cinevideo
- Status:
- Released
Cesium-137 (1990) Trailer
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Cesium-137 Cast & Crew
Main cast
Nelson Xavier
as Devair
Joana Fomm
as Maria Gabriela
Stepan Nercessian
as Edison
Denise Milfont
as Santana
Paulo Betti
as Vavá
Marcélia Cartaxo
as Mulher de Vavá
Paulo Gorgulho
as Carlinhos
Thelma Reston
as Eunice
- Mallu Moraes
Mallu Moraes
as Lurdes
- Venerando Ribeiro
Venerando Ribeiro
as Ivo
Carmem Moretzsohn
as Teresa
- Ivan Marques
Ivan Marques
as Eterno
Key crew
Directed by Roberto Pires, written by Roberto Pires, produced by Luiz Antônio de Carvalho.
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Cesium-137 Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.9/10 from 9 ratings.
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Cesium-137 – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Cesium-137?
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The main cast of Cesium-137 (1990) includes Nelson Xavier, Joana Fomm, Stepan Nercessian, Denise Milfont and Paulo Betti. The film was directed by Roberto Pires. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Cesium-137 released?
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Cesium-137 was released on October 10, 1990 and runs for 1h 35m.
Is Cesium-137 worth watching?
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Cesium-137 (1990) holds an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from 9 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Cesium-137?
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