Boca

A grim, grimy descent into a vice-ridden underworld, watching a privileged young man harden into something dangerous.

Directed by

Flávio Frederico

Genres

Action, Crime, Drama

Starring

Daniel de Oliveira, Hermila Guedes, Jefferson Brasil

Overview

Adapted from his autobiography, the film recounts the story of Hiroito, The King of Boca do Lixo (a region in downtown São Paulo of the fifties where various nightclubs, strip joints, prostitution, bars, and drugs can be found). Hiroito was a well born bohemian and at the age of 21 was accused for the murder of his father, who was violently stabbed over 40 times with a razor. Hiroito was not charged, however two months after the death of his father, Hiroito bought two guns and moved to Boca do Lixo and became one of the most dangerous criminals of the region.

How it feels

Dark, bleak, tense and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Crime, violence, corruption, family

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

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