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The Big City

19661h 23mCarlos Diegues

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"The adventures and misadventures of Luzia and her 3 friends from far away"

In search of a better life, Luzia leaves the Northeast of Brazil and goes to Rio de Janeiro, looking for her fiance who went first to pave their way. Alone in the Marvelous City, she is forced to accept the friendship and protection of Calunga and, later, the company of Inácio.

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MigrationBig CityCinema Novo

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What is The Big City (1966) about?

In search of a better life, Luzia leaves the Northeast of Brazil and goes to Rio de Janeiro, looking for her fiance who went first to pave their way. Alone in the Marvelous City, she is forced to accept the friendship and protection of Calunga and, later, the company of Inácio.

Who stars in The Big City?

The Big City stars Leonardo Villar (Jasão), Antônio Pitanga (Calunga), Joel Barcellos (Inacio), Anecy Rocha (Luzia), Zé Keti (Compositor). The film was directed by Carlos Diegues.

How long is The Big City?

The Big City has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1966.

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