Xingu (2012)

Three brothers, two worlds, one mission

Xingu (2012) poster

In the '40s, three brothers decide to live a great adventure and enlisting in the Roncador-Xingu Expedition, which has a mission to tame the Central Brazil. The Villas Boas brothers: Orlando, 27, Claudius, 25, and Leonardo, 23, engage in a fantastic and incredible saga. Soon start to lead the expedition that opens new paths 1,500 km, navigates over 1,000 miles of unspoilt rivers, opens 19 airfields for airplanes Army, gives rise to the creation of 43 towns and 14 make contact with wild Indian tribes, unknown, as the Xavante, courageous and feared warriors, no casualties on both sides. This adventure allows the Villas Boas brothers the creation of the Xingu National Park, the first major Amerindian reservation in Brazil, the size of Belgium, transforming them into true contemporary heroes.

Director: Cao Hamburger
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 102 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Beto Villares
Cinematography: Adriano Goldman
Editing: Gustavo Giani
Production: O2 Filmes, Globo Filmes
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt

Trailer

Xingu Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xingu about?
In the '40s, three brothers decide to live a great adventure and enlisting in the Roncador-Xingu Expedition, which has a mission to tame the Central Brazil. The Villas Boas brothers: Orlando, 27, Claudius, 25, and Leonardo, 23, engage in a fantastic and incredible saga. Soon start to lead the expedition that opens new paths 1,500 km, navigates over 1,000 miles of unspoilt rivers, opens 19 airfields for airplanes Army, gives rise to the creation of 43 towns and 14 make contact with wild Indian tribes, unknown, as the Xavante, courageous and feared warriors, no casualties on both sides. This adventure allows the Villas Boas brothers the creation of the Xingu National Park, the first major Amerindian reservation in Brazil, the size of Belgium, transforming them into true contemporary heroes.
Who directed Xingu?
Xingu was directed by Cao Hamburger.
Who stars in Xingu?
Xingu stars João Miguel, Felipe Camargo, Caio Blat, Maiarim Kaiabi, Awakari Tumã Kaiabi, Adana Kambeba.
How long is Xingu?
Xingu has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Xingu?
Xingu is a Drama, History film.
Where was Xingu produced?
Xingu was produced in Brazil.