Meu Nome é Lampião (1969)

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Lampião's gang raids a farm just as the wedding of Antônio Saraiva and the Baroness's goddaughter is being prepared. In the shootout, Lampião's brother, Ezequiel, is killed, and in revenge, Lampião burns the Baroness alive and orders the bride to be beaten. Upon arriving at the farm, Antônio discovers everything and vows to follow the gang's footsteps to hell. The cangaceiros continue their atrocities, robbing, killing, and looting, until a priest places a curse on Lampião. The curse transforms into the avenging figure of Antônio, who acquires supernatural powers. He meets Lampião during Maria Bonita's birthday party, and a life-or-death duel ensues.

Director: Mozael Silveira
Genre: Drama, Western
Runtime: 90 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: João do Vale, Catulo de Paula, Guerra Peixe
Cinematography: José Medeiros
Editing: Rafael Justo Valverde
Production: Produções Cinematográficas R.F. Farias
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt

Keywords

cangaço

More Films by Director: Mozael Silveira
More Films in Genre: Drama, Western

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meu Nome é Lampião about?
Lampião's gang raids a farm just as the wedding of Antônio Saraiva and the Baroness's goddaughter is being prepared. In the shootout, Lampião's brother, Ezequiel, is killed, and in revenge, Lampião burns the Baroness alive and orders the bride to be beaten. Upon arriving at the farm, Antônio discovers everything and vows to follow the gang's footsteps to hell. The cangaceiros continue their atrocities, robbing, killing, and looting, until a priest places a curse on Lampião. The curse transforms into the avenging figure of Antônio, who acquires supernatural powers. He meets Lampião during Maria Bonita's birthday party, and a life-or-death duel ensues.
Who directed Meu Nome é Lampião?
Meu Nome é Lampião was directed by Mozael Silveira.
Who stars in Meu Nome é Lampião?
Meu Nome é Lampião stars Milton Ribeiro, Rejane Medeiros, Milton Rodríguez, Dinorah Brillanti, Dilma Lóes, Rodolfo Arena.
How long is Meu Nome é Lampião?
Meu Nome é Lampião has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Meu Nome é Lampião?
Meu Nome é Lampião is a Drama, Western film.
Where was Meu Nome é Lampião produced?
Meu Nome é Lampião was produced in Brazil.