Movie Description

O Cangaceiro

(1953)

Overview

In the time of the "cangaceiros" in the badlands of the Northeast of Brazil, the cruel Captain Galdino Ferreira and his band abduct the schoolteacher Olívia, expecting to receive a ransom for her. However, one of his men, Teodoro, falls in love and flees with her through the arid backcountry chased by the brigands.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleO Cangaceiro

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1953-01-20

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 45m

Production CompaniesCompanhia Cinematográfica Vera Cruz

Genres

  • Drama
  • Adventure
  • Western