Marighella 2021
“Brazil’s number one enemy”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 155 minutes
- Director
- Wagner Moura
- Networks
- O2 Filmes, Globo Filmes, Maria da Fé
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Criterion Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Marighella?
Marighella is a biographical political thriller film that focuses on the life of Carlos Marighella, who was an Afro-Brazilian poet, writer, politician, and Marxist-Leninist guerrilla fighter. Directed by Wagner Moura, the film stars Seu Jorge, Bruno Gagliasso, Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos, and Humberto Carrão.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 155 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 29, 2021
- Original language
- PT
- Origin
- Brazil
- Studios
- O2 Filmes, Globo Filmes, Maria da Fé
- Budget
- $1,769,789
- Genres
- Drama, History, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 from 138 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~155 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- O2 Filmes, Globo Filmes, Maria da Fé
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Overview
Marighella is a biographical political thriller film that focuses on the life of Carlos Marighella, who was an Afro-Brazilian poet, writer, politician, and Marxist-Leninist guerrilla fighter. Directed by Wagner Moura, the film stars Seu Jorge, Bruno Gagliasso, Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos, and Humberto Carrão. The story is set following the CIA-backed military coup of 1964 and the brutal, racist right-wing dictatorship that followed in Brazil. Facing a violent military dictatorship and an intimidated opposition, the legendary Carlos Marighella is driven to fight against the erosion of civil and human rights. The revolutionary leaves behind his wife and son to take up arms, articulating a resistance while ousting heinous crimes of torture and censorship, and ultimately becoming a notorious enemy and Brazil's number one enemy to the power structure, while being accused of engaging in terrorist acts against the Brazilian military dictatorship.
Should you watch it?
“A poet and politician turns revolutionary to fight Brazil's oppressive military dictatorship in this intense biographical drama.”
- A powerful performance by lead actor Seu Jorge
- An unflinching look at a pivotal era of Brazilian history
- Directed by Wagner Moura, offering a searing portrait of political resistance
- The film has a long runtime of two hours and thirty-five minutes
Watch it if you are interested in historical political thrillers and the personal cost of revolutionary activism.
The film maintains a serious, intense tone with a pacing that reflects the urgency of its revolutionary subject matter.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Wagner Moura.
Is the film based on a true story?
Yes, it is a biographical film based on the life of Carlos Marighella, a Brazilian politician, writer, and guerrilla fighter.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of two hours and thirty-five minutes.
Who plays the lead role?
The legendary Carlos Marighella is played by actor and musician Seu Jorge.
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