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The Angel Was Born

A milestone of the Brazilian marginal cinema

19691h 4mNo ratings yet
  • Drama
  • Crime

Overview

Santamaria and Urtigo are two bandits on the run, one is white, the other black. Santamaria is a mystical visionary and believes in the imminent coming of a purifying angel. Urtiga, his inseparable companion, is a simple-minded and ingenious man who follows Santamaria around and participates in the crimes he commits. The two bandits take over a house after kidnapping its owner and his girlfriend.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
February 12, 1969
Original language
Portuguese
Spoken languages
Portuguese
Countries
Brazil
Cinematography
Thiago Veloso
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
The Angel Was Born (1969) | Kinocult