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400 Against 1: A History of Organized Crime
“Uma historia do Crime Organizado”
5.5 / 10• 2010• 1h 38m•NR• Portuguese
ActionCrimeDrama
Storyline
The story of William da Silva Lima, the last survivor of the group that founded the Comando Vermelho at the end of the 1970s. It shows him living together with the political prisoners incurred under the same National Security Law and his leadership in the Ilha Grande Prison creating a type of unheard of conduct and solidarity in the Brazilian prisons. The film goes on to tell of the group's actions on the streets of Rio de Janeiro during the beginning of the 80s when they irritated the police with their daring robberies, as well as portraying the surprising love story between William and Tereza. The narrative weaves its way between the intimate conflict and the spectacular assaults and escapes.
Cast & Crew
Daniel de Oliveira
William
Lead
Daniela Escobar
Teresa
Fabrício Boliveira
Cavanha
Branca Messina
Carmen
Negra Li
Geni
Lui Mendes
Maranhão
Felipe Kannenberg
Custódio
Rodrigo Brassoloto
Neco
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Caco Souza's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. 400 Against 1: A History of Organized Crime is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
