O Cangaceiro(1997)
O Cangaceiro Synopsis
This is a remake of Brazil's first international success in the cinema world. Just as its same name predecessor was, this film is a fictional version of the story of the "cangaceiros." These were bandits who sacked towns and spread terror throughout Northeastern Brazil in the 1930s. This group of outlaws is led by Captain Galdino and his wife Maria Bonita.
O Cangaceiro (1997) is a drama, adventure and action film directed by Anibal Massaini Neto, released on June 6, 1997 with a runtime of 2h. It stars Paulo Gorgulho, Alexandre Paternost, Luiza Tomé and Ingra Lyberato. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Anibal Massaini Neto
- Writers:
- Lima Barreto, Carlos Coimbra, Galileu Garcia
- Cinematographer:
- Cláudio Portioli
- Production:
- Cinearte Produções Cinematográficas
- Status:
- Released
O Cangaceiro Cast & Crew
Main cast
Paulo Gorgulho
as Galdino
Alexandre Paternost
as Teodoro
Luiza Tomé
as Maria Bonita
Ingra Lyberato
as Olívia
Otávio Augusto
as Coronel Aniceto
Jece Valadão
as Joca Leitão
Jofre Soares
as Tico velho
Othon Bastos
as Raimundo
Dominguinhos
as Zé Domingos
Cláudio Mamberti
as Padre
Jonas Mello
as Diretor do presídio
Aldo Bueno
as Zé Macaco
Key crew
Directed by Anibal Massaini Neto, written by Lima Barreto, Carlos Coimbra and Galileu Garcia.
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O Cangaceiro Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 5 ratings.
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O Cangaceiro – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in O Cangaceiro?
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The main cast of O Cangaceiro (1997) includes Paulo Gorgulho, Alexandre Paternost, Luiza Tomé, Ingra Lyberato and Otávio Augusto. The film was directed by Anibal Massaini Neto. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was O Cangaceiro released?
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O Cangaceiro was released on June 6, 1997 and runs for 2h.
Is O Cangaceiro worth watching?
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O Cangaceiro (1997) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and action films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.