The First Fallen
Os Primeiros Soldados
“It was a time that changed everything”
Synopsis
1983 — A young biologist returns home from studies abroad and feels something wrong with his body. This is the start of the AIDS crisis when the first wave of the epidemic hit Brazil. Lives will change, friends will be lost and the future is uncertain.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-10
Top Cast
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Johnny Massaro
Suzano
Renata Carvalho
Rose
Clara Choveaux
Maura
Higor Campagnaro
Joca
Alex Bonini
Muriel
Vitor Camilo
Humberto
Vinícius Duarte
Jean
Joá Vi
Wilsinho
Mariana Melquíades
Camila
Daniel Monjardim
Ramon
Markus Konká
Georgette
Verônica Gomes
Nurse Norma
Carlos Rosado
Doctor César
Anaximandro Amorim
Gilberto
Suely Bispo
Auxiliadora (voice)
Fernando Marques
Vicente
Matheus Muniz
Deivide
Joaquim Maria Ferreira Mello
Eduardo
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 15, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rodrigo de Oliveira
- Screenplay & Story
- Rodrigo de Oliveira
- Original Score
- Giovani Cidreira
- Original Title
- Os Primeiros Soldados
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Pique-Bandeira Filmes, Canal Brasil
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Giovani Cidreira
Lucas Barbi
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Vitor Graize, Rodrigo de Oliveira, Maria Grijó Simonetti, Ursula Dart
Department Leadership Roster
Lucas Barbi
Director of Photography
Vitor Graize
Producer
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Producer
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Writer
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Editor
Rodrigo de Oliveira
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Fallen
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What is The First Fallen about?
1983 — A young biologist returns home from studies abroad and feels something wrong with his body. This is the start of the AIDS crisis when the first wave of the epidemic hit Brazil. Lives will change, friends will be lost and the future is uncertain.
Who directed The First Fallen?
The First Fallen was directed by Rodrigo de Oliveira.
Who stars in The First Fallen?
The principal cast of The First Fallen includes Johnny Massaro, Renata Carvalho, Clara Choveaux, Higor Campagnaro, Alex Bonini.
When was The First Fallen released and how long is it?
The First Fallen was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for The First Fallen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The First Fallen was composed by Giovani Cidreira.