O Caldeirão da Santa Cruz do Deserto

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movie poster for O Caldeirão da Santa Cruz do Deserto

Released May 19, 1987

Overview

Rescue historic community of Caldeirão, devout religious movement led by José Lourenço, who organized a camp in primitive socialist mold. The community was destroyed by police from Ceará and bombing by planes, leaving more than a thousand peasants killed. Through testimonies and symbols of popular culture, the film is a reflection on the power, freedom, and struggle for land.

Runtime

1h 17m


Origin Country

Brazil


Original Language

Portuguese


Original Title

O Caldeirão da Santa Cruz do Deserto


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Brazil

Spoken Languages

  • Português (Portuguese)

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