The Red Light Bandit (1968)
A third world western
Born and raised in the misery of Brazilian slums, Jorge becomes a luxury house burglar in São Paulo and gets nicknamed "The Red Light Bandit" by the sensationalist press. In addition to wearing a red flashlight, he talks to his hostages in an irreverent tone and makes bold breakthroughs to later spend the money extravagantly. His world is the decadent neighbourhood of Boca do Lixo.
Director: Rogério Sganzerla
Genre: Thriller, Crime
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: December 2, 1968
Cast
- Paulo Villaça - Jorginho, o Bandido da Luz Vermelha
- Luiz Linhares - Delegado Cabeção
- Helena Ignez - Janete Jane
- Pagano Sobrinho - J.B. da Silva
- Roberto Luna - Lucho Gatico
- José Marinho - Tarzan
- Ezequiel Neves - Repórter
- Sérgio Mamberti - Homossexual
- Renato Consorte - Apresentador de Telejornal
- Maria Carolina Withaker
Screenplay
Music: Rogério Sganzerla
Cinematography: Peter Overbeck, Carlos Ebert
Editing: Silvio Renoldi
Production: Urano Filmes
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Rogério Sganzerla
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Red Light Bandit about?
- Born and raised in the misery of Brazilian slums, Jorge becomes a luxury house burglar in São Paulo and gets nicknamed "The Red Light Bandit" by the sensationalist press. In addition to wearing a red flashlight, he talks to his hostages in an irreverent tone and makes bold breakthroughs to later spend the money extravagantly. His world is the decadent neighbourhood of Boca do Lixo.
- Who directed The Red Light Bandit?
- The Red Light Bandit was directed by Rogério Sganzerla.
- Who stars in The Red Light Bandit?
- The Red Light Bandit stars Paulo Villaça, Luiz Linhares, Helena Ignez, Pagano Sobrinho, Roberto Luna, José Marinho.
- How long is The Red Light Bandit?
- The Red Light Bandit has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is The Red Light Bandit?
- The Red Light Bandit is a Thriller, Crime film.
- Where was The Red Light Bandit produced?
- The Red Light Bandit was produced in Brazil.