The Fifth Power
O 5º Poder
Synopsis
Foreign agents from an unidentified nation clandestinely install radio and TV antennas in Rio de Janeiro devices that emit subliminal waves that alter the perception of the population. They aim to transform the people into an aggressive and imbecile mass, leading the country to chaos, allowing the government to be taken to usurp Brazil's natural wealth. A journalist, Carlos, accompanied by chemist Laura Leal, begins to investigate a series of facts and discovers those responsible for the disturbances.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto Pieralisi
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlos Pedregal, Léo Victor
- Original Score
- Remo Usai
- Original Title
- O 5º Poder
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- English, German, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Pedregal Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto Pieralisi
Carlos Pedregal, Léo Victor
Remo Usai
Özen Sermet
Ismar Porto
Carlos Pedregal
Department Leadership Roster
Carlos Pedregal
Writer
Alberto Pieralisi
Director
Carlos Pedregal
Producer
João Maria dos Santos
Production Design
Remo Usai
Original Music Composer
Özen Sermet
Director of Photography
Ismar Porto
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fifth Power
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Fifth Power about?
Foreign agents from an unidentified nation clandestinely install radio and TV antennas in Rio de Janeiro devices that emit subliminal waves that alter the perception of the population. They aim to transform the people into an aggressive and imbecile mass, leading the country to chaos, allowing the government to be taken to usurp Brazil's natural wealth. A journalist, Carlos, accompanied by chemist Laura Leal, begins to investigate a series of facts and discovers those responsible for the disturbances.
Who directed The Fifth Power?
The Fifth Power was directed by Alberto Pieralisi.
Who stars in The Fifth Power?
The principal cast of The Fifth Power includes Eva Wilma, Oswaldo Loureiro, Sebastião Vasconcelos, Dary Reis, Leonidas Bayer.
When was The Fifth Power released and how long is it?
The Fifth Power was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fifth Power?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fifth Power was composed by Remo Usai.