Elite Squad: The Enemy Within

Elite Squad: The Enemy Within

2010 · 115 min · PT · 7.8 (2,052 votes)
Dir. José Padilha · Starring Wagner Moura, Irandhir Santos, André Ramiro, Milhem Cortaz, Maria Ribeiro, Seu Jorge · Music Pedro Bromfman · Elite Squad Collection
DramaActionCrime

After a bloody invasion of the BOPE in the High-Security Penitentiary Bangu 1 in Rio de Janeiro to control a rebellion of interns, the Lieutenant-Colonel Roberto Nascimento and the second in command Captain André Matias are accused by the Human Right Aids member Diogo Fraga of execution of prisoners. Matias is transferred to the corrupted Military Police and Nascimento is exonerated from the BOPE by the Governor.

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This film delivers a raw, unflinching descent into the heart of systemic corruption and moral ambiguity. It's a propulsive, gritty experience, marked by intense, visceral action and a cynical, meditative gaze at power dynamics. The mood is angry and cautionary, leaving a lasting, impactful impression.

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