---
title: "Black God, White Devil"
year: 1964
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-god-white-devil-1964"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 67612
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Black God, White Devil (1964) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/black-god-white-devil-1964

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Black God, White Devil is a 1964 Brazilian Revisionist Western film directed and written by Glauber Rocha. The story follows a man named Manuel who flees with his wife Rosa to the sertão after killing his boss, where they fall under the influence of frightening figures.

The film stars Othon Bastos and Maurício do Valle. It runs for two hours and is classified under the adventure, western, and drama genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A man and his wife flee across the barren Brazilian sertão into a world of violence."

### Why Watch
- Directed and written by Glauber Rocha.
- Features performances by Othon Bastos and Maurício do Valle.
- Explores the harsh landscape of Northern Brazil.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It features a violent and primordial setting that may not suit all viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is dramatic and adventurous with a runtime of two hours.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #revisionist-western, #brazilian-cinema, #barren-landscape, #violent-region, #frightening-figures, #historical-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/black-god-white-devil-1964#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Glauber Rocha
- **Networks / Studios**: Copacabana Filmes, Luiz Augusto Mendes Produções Cinematográficas, Banco Nacional de Minas Gerais

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Geraldo del Rey** as *Manoel*
- **Yoná Magalhães** as *Rosa*
- **Othon Bastos** as *Corisco*
- **Sonia dos Humildes** as *Dadá*
- **Maurício do Valle** as *Antônio das Mortes*
- **Lídio Silva** as *Sebastião*
- **João Gama** as *Priest*
- **Antônio Pinto** as *Colonel*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Black God, White Devil?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database.

### Q: Is it worth watching?
It is a notable 1964 Brazilian Revisionist Western film directed by Glauber Rocha.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of two hours.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The film stars Othon Bastos and Maurício do Valle.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Black God, White Devil — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/67612)
- [Black God, White Devil - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_God,_White_Devil)
- [Black God, White Devil (1964)](https://www.archivtv.cz/black-god-white-devil-1964)

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