The Big City
"The adventures and misadventures of Luzia and her 3 friends from far away"
Originally released in 1966. The Big City is a drama film. directed by Carlos Diegues. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Leonardo Villar, Antônio Pitanga, and Joel Barcellos
Synopsis
In search of a better life, Luzia leaves the Northeast of Brazil and goes to Rio de Janeiro, looking for her fiance who went first to pave their way. Alone in the Marvelous City, she is forced to accept the friendship and protection of Calunga and, later, the company of Inácio.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Mapa Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big City about?
In search of a better life, Luzia leaves the Northeast of Brazil and goes to Rio de Janeiro, looking for her fiance who went first to pave their way. Alone in the Marvelous City, she is forced to a...
Who directed The Big City?
The Big City was directed by Carlos Diegues.
How long is The Big City?
The Big City has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Big City released?
The Big City was released on May 13, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big City?
The main cast of The Big City includes Leonardo Villar, Antônio Pitanga, Joel Barcellos, Anecy Rocha, Zé Keti.