Gadanho (1979)

Gadanho (1979) poster

The condition of social exclusion of the hundreds of people who live off the garbage of the Varadouro Municipal of João Pessoa. Figueiredo's speech about images of children disputing garbage with vultures. Music by Villa-Lobos and Piazzola contrasting with the routine of the garbage dump. Statement of a resident who returns to the place after 12 years in Rio, outraged with the requirement of a card for those who pick up the garbage. A sociologist speaks, trying to explain the situation of the garbage dumps based on the workers' struggle for better salaries, flattened "in more than 70%" since 1964.

Director: Pedro Nunes, João de Lima
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date:
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Pedro Nunes, João de Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gadanho about?
The condition of social exclusion of the hundreds of people who live off the garbage of the Varadouro Municipal of João Pessoa. Figueiredo's speech about images of children disputing garbage with vultures. Music by Villa-Lobos and Piazzola contrasting with the routine of the garbage dump. Statement of a resident who returns to the place after 12 years in Rio, outraged with the requirement of a card for those who pick up the garbage. A sociologist speaks, trying to explain the situation of the garbage dumps based on the workers' struggle for better salaries, flattened "in more than 70%" since 1964.
Who directed Gadanho?
Gadanho was directed by Pedro Nunes, João de Lima.
How long is Gadanho?
Gadanho has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
Where was Gadanho produced?
Gadanho was produced in Brazil.