Resistance
Originally released in 2019. Resistance is a history/drama film. directed by Zeca Brito. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Cleo, Leonardo Machado, and Fernando Alves Pinto
Synopsis
Brazil, 1961. In the underground of the Piratini Palace, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul, Leonel Brizola, awaits a bombing by the Brazilian armed forces. The country is on the verge of a civil war, following the resignation of president Jânio Quadros and the movement to keep vice-president João Goulart from taking office. Using the radio transmitter from his improvised bunker, Brizola sets up the Legality movement, to ensure Goulart's right to the presidential chair. Caught in the crossfire, two brothers who are in love with the same woman unite to fight alongside Brizola.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 10, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Top Cast
Cleo
as Cecília
Leonardo Machado
as Leonel Brizola
Fernando Alves Pinto
as Luis Carlos
José Henrique Ligabue
as Tonho
Letícia Sabatella
as Blanca
Sapiran Brito
as Brizola em 2004
Paulo César Peréio
as Radialista
Fábio Rangel
as Jango
Roberto Oliveira
as Coronel Machado Lopes
Luis Franke
as Major Neme
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Prana Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Resistance about?
Brazil, 1961. In the underground of the Piratini Palace, the governor of Rio Grande do Sul, Leonel Brizola, awaits a bombing by the Brazilian armed forces. The country is on the verge of a civil wa...
Who directed Resistance?
Resistance was directed by Zeca Brito.
How long is Resistance?
Resistance has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Resistance released?
Resistance was released on April 10, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Resistance?
The main cast of Resistance includes Cleo, Leonardo Machado, Fernando Alves Pinto, José Henrique Ligabue, Letícia Sabatella.