Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço
Synopsis
Scenes from the daily life of Virgulino Ferreira da Silva—the cangaceiro leader Lampião—and his group, captured by cinematographer Benjamin Abrahão. Their survival strategies in the sertão landscape, their gestures, habits, clothing, and diet are illustrated. Proud of their status, the group's main members are shown displaying their weapons and combat skills in the caatinga. Maria Bonita and Lampião appear in moments of tension and relaxation, highlighting the harmony of the band and, above all, the rigors of life as a cangaceiro. (Cinemateca Brasileira)
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benjamin Abrahão Botto
- Original Title
- Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Aba Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benjamin Abrahão Botto
Al Ghiu
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Benjamin Abrahão Botto
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Al Ghiu
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What is Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço about?
Scenes from the daily life of Virgulino Ferreira da Silva—the cangaceiro leader Lampião—and his group, captured by cinematographer Benjamin Abrahão. Their survival strategies in the sertão landscape, their gestures, habits, clothing, and diet are illustrated. Proud of their status, the group's main members are shown displaying their weapons and combat skills in the caatinga. Maria Bonita and Lampião appear in moments of tension and relaxation, highlighting the harmony of the band and, above all, the rigors of life as a cangaceiro. (Cinemateca Brasileira)
Who directed Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço?
Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço was directed by Benjamin Abrahão Botto.
Who stars in Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço?
The principal cast of Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço includes Lampião, Maria Bonita, Durvinha, Moreno.
When was Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço released and how long is it?
Lampião, o Rei do Cangaço was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 14m.