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Rio, 100 Degrees F.

Rio, 100 Degrees F.

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Status

Released

Release Date

Aug 24, 1955

Runtime

1h 31m

Genres

Drama

User Score

71%

Original Title

Rio, 40 Graus

Production Companies

Equipe Moacyr Fenelon

Director

Nelson Pereira dos Santos

Description

On a scorching summer day in Rio de Janeiro, five impoverished black boys venture out of their favela to peddle peanuts throughout the bustling city. As they navigate the various districts of Rio, they bear witness to a series of unfortunate events and encounters, unfolding a vivid tapestry of urban life in Rio de Janeiro during that period. These true misadventures shed light on the gritty reality of the city, unveiling its vibrant urban tapestry.