Movie Description

Madame Satã

(2002)

Overview

A story inspired by the life of one of the most remarkable figures in Brazilian popular culture, João Francisco dos Santos (1900-1976). In turn, bandit, transvestite, street fighter, brothel cook, convict and father to seven adopted children, dos Santos – better known as Madame Satã – was also a notorious gay performer who pushed social boundaries in a volatile time.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleMadame Satã

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2002-10-03

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 45m

Production CompaniesWild Bunch,VideoFilmes,Dominant 7,Lumière

Genres

  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Romance
  • History