The Burning Season
Synopsis
Based on the true story of a Brazilian rubber tapper who leads his people in protest against government and developers, who want to cut down their part of the rainforest for a new road and ranch land. The rich and the powerful will stop at nothing, and frequently resort to murder
Top Cast
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Raúl Juliá
Chico Mendes
Carmen Argenziano
Alfredo Sezero
Sonia Braga
Regina de Carvalho
Kamala Lopez
Ilzamar
Luis Guzmán
Estate Boss
Nigel Havers
Steven Kaye
Tomas Milian
Darli Alves
Esai Morales
Jair
Edward James Olmos
Wilson Pinheiro
Tony Plana
Galvao
Marco Rodríguez
Tavora
Carlos Carrasco
Helio
Jonathan Carrasco
Genesio
Jeffrey Licon
Young Chico Mendes
José Pérez
Moacir
Tony Perez
Francisco Mendes
Briana Romero
Elenia Mendes
Jorge Viteri
Father Ceppi
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 1, 1995
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Screenplay & Story
- William Mastrosimone, Michael Tolkin, Ron Hutchinson, Andrew Revkin
- Original Score
- Gary Chang
- Original Title
- The Burning Season
- Country of Origin
- Mexico, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- HBO Films, HBO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Frankenheimer
William Mastrosimone, Michael Tolkin, Ron Hutchinson, Andrew Revkin
Gary Chang
John R. Leonetti
Paul Rubell
Thomas M. Hammel, John Frankenheimer, Grazia Rade, Grazka Taylor, David Puttnam
Department Leadership Roster
John Frankenheimer
Director
Gary Chang
Original Music Composer
William Mastrosimone
Writer
Michael Tolkin
Writer
Ron Hutchinson
Writer
Andrew Revkin
Writer
Paul Rubell
Editor
Thomas M. Hammel
Producer
John Frankenheimer
Producer
Grazia Rade
Producer
Grazka Taylor
Producer
John R. Leonetti
Director of Photography
Michael Z. Hanan
Production Design
Ray Summers
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Burning Season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Burning Season
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Burning Season about?
Based on the true story of a Brazilian rubber tapper who leads his people in protest against government and developers, who want to cut down their part of the rainforest for a new road and ranch land. The rich and the powerful will stop at nothing, and frequently resort to murder
Who directed The Burning Season?
The Burning Season was directed by John Frankenheimer.
Who stars in The Burning Season?
The principal cast of The Burning Season includes Raúl Juliá, Carmen Argenziano, Sonia Braga, Kamala Lopez, Luis Guzmán.
When was The Burning Season released and how long is it?
The Burning Season was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for The Burning Season?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Burning Season was composed by Gary Chang.