Rio do Medo movie poster

Rio do Medo

March 20, 2018 1h 25m

Originally released in 2018. Rio do Medo is a documentary film. directed by Ernesto Rodrigues. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Vinicius Cavaliere, André Yatsuda, and Ibis Pereira

Synopsis

The documentary seeks to understand, through its characters’ testimonies and meaningful events, how Rio de Janeiro’s military police became a demoralized, violent and corrupt institution. Without denying the police’s importance, but aware of the difference between restraint and police brutality, the movie will relive the biggest events from the last decades in which those who tried to bring the military police closer to the law collided with those who transformed it into a feared symbol of urban violence.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 20, 2018 7 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Globo Filmes
  • GloboNews

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rio do Medo about?

The documentary seeks to understand, through its characters’ testimonies and meaningful events, how Rio de Janeiro’s military police became a demoralized, violent and corrupt institution. With...

Who directed Rio do Medo?

Rio do Medo was directed by Ernesto Rodrigues.

How long is Rio do Medo?

Rio do Medo has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was Rio do Medo released?

Rio do Medo was released on March 20, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Rio do Medo?

The main cast of Rio do Medo includes Vinicius Cavaliere, André Yatsuda, Ibis Pereira, Ubiratan Ângelo, Paulo Storani.