Rio, 100 Degrees F. (1955)

  • 12
  • 08/24/1955 (BR)
  • Drama
  • 1h 31m

Overview

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.

Nelson Pereira dos Santos

Director, Story, Screenplay

Cast

Jece Valadão's headshot

Jece Valadão

Miro
Glauce Rocha's headshot

Glauce Rocha

Rosa
Roberto Batalin's headshot

Roberto Batalin

Pedro
Zé Keti's headshot

Zé Keti

Neguinho
Modesto de Souza's headshot

Modesto de Souza

Proprietário da terra
Sadi Cabral's headshot

Sadi Cabral

Seu Peixoto
Mauro Mendonça's headshot

Mauro Mendonça

Turista italiano
Jackson de Souza's headshot

Jackson de Souza

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