Rio, 100 Degrees F.

Rio, 100 Degrees F.

1955 · 100 min · PT · 7.1 (27 votes)
Dir. Nelson Pereira dos Santos · Starring Jece Valadão, Glauce Rocha, Roberto Batalin, Zé Keti, Modesto de Souza, Sadi Cabral · Music Radamés Gnattali
Drama

On a scorching summer day in Rio de Janeiro, five impoverished black boys venture out of their favela to peddle peanuts throughout the bustling city. As they navigate the various districts of Rio, they bear witness to a series of unfortunate events and encounters, unfolding a vivid tapestry of urban life in Rio de Janeiro during that period. These true misadventures shed light on the gritty reality of the city, unveiling its vibrant urban tapestry.

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A raw, sun-drenched immersion into Rio's underbelly. It feels like a hot, humid day where innocence clashes with harsh realities, capturing the spirit of youth against a backdrop of urban struggle.

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