Dr. Gama
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Dr. Gama is a drama/history film. directed by Jeferson De.
Starring César Mello, Angelo Fernandes, and Pedro Guilherme
Synopsis
Based on the biography of Luiz Gama, one of the most important characters in Brazilian history, a black man who used the laws and courts to free more than 500 slaves. Born of a free womb, Gama was sold into slavery at the age of 10 to pay off his father's gambling debts. Even as a slave, he became literate, studied and earned his own freedom, becoming one of the most respected lawyers of his time. An abolitionist and republican who inspired an entire country.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 29, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (16 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Top Cast
César Mello
as Luiz Gama (adulto)
Angelo Fernandes
as Luiz Gama (jovem)
Pedro Guilherme
as Luiz Gama (criança)
Mariana Nunes
as Claudina (adulta)
Samira Carvalho
as Claudina (jovem)
Isabél Zuaa
as Luiza Mahin
Romeu Evaristo
as Santos
Teka Romualdo
as Ana
Higor Campagnaro
as Antonio (adulto)
Johnny Massaro
as Antonio (jovem)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Globo Filmes
- Paranoid
- Buda Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Gama about?
Based on the biography of Luiz Gama, one of the most important characters in Brazilian history, a black man who used the laws and courts to free more than 500 slaves. Born of a free womb, Gama was ...
Who directed Dr. Gama?
Dr. Gama was directed by Jeferson De.
How long is Dr. Gama?
Dr. Gama has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Dr. Gama released?
Dr. Gama was released on July 29, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dr. Gama?
The main cast of Dr. Gama includes César Mello, Angelo Fernandes, Pedro Guilherme, Mariana Nunes, Samira Carvalho.