Pixote (1980)

They can't outrun the law of the weakest.

Pixote (1980) poster

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.

Director: Héctor Babenco
Genre: Crime, Drama
Runtime: 127 min
Release Date:
Filmori Rating: 4.0/5 (1 ratings)
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: John Neschling
Cinematography: Rodolfo Sánchez
Editing: Luiz Elias
Production: HB Filmes, Embrafilme
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt

Keywords

prostitution, lgbt, disturbed, gay theme, critical, intense, depressing, complicated

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Who directed Pixote?
Pixote was directed by Héctor Babenco.
Who stars in Pixote?
Pixote stars Fernando Ramos da Silva, Jorge Julião, Gilberto Moura, Edilson Lino, Zenildo Oliveira Santos, Claudio Bernardo.
How long is Pixote?
Pixote has a runtime of 2h 7m (127 minutes).
What genre is Pixote?
Pixote is a Crime, Drama film.
What is the Filmori rating for Pixote?
Pixote has a Filmori rating of 4.0/5 based on 1 ratings.
Where was Pixote produced?
Pixote was produced in Brazil.