Pixote (1980)
Original title: Pixote: A Lei do Mais Fraco
Pixote is a 1980 Portuguese-language crime movie directed by Héctor Babenco, with a running time of 2h 7m. It stars Fernando Ramos da Silva, Jorge Julião and Gilberto Moura.
10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.
Quick answers
What is Pixote about?
10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.
When was Pixote released?
Pixote was released on 26 September 1980.
How long is Pixote?
Pixote runs 2h 7m.
Who made Pixote?
Pixote was directed by Héctor Babenco.
Where can I watch Pixote?
Pixote is available on Criterion Channel and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Pixote
Stream: Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video
Cast
- Fernando Ramos da Silva as Pixote
- Jorge Julião as Lilica
- Gilberto Moura as Dito
- Edilson Lino as Chico
- Zenildo Oliveira Santos as Fumaça
- Claudio Bernardo as Garatao
- Israel Feres David as Roberto Pie de Plata
- Jose Nilson Martin Dos Santos as Diego
- Marília Pêra as Sueli
- Jardel Filho as Sapatos Brancos
- Rubens de Falco as Judge
- Elke Maravilha as Débora