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Pixote

R19812h 7mHéctor Babenco

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"They can't outrun the law of the weakest."

10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.

CrimeDrama
ProstitutionLgbtDisturbedGay ThemeCriticalIntenseDepressingComplicated

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What is Pixote (1981) about?

10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.

Who stars in Pixote?

Pixote stars Fernando Ramos da Silva (Pixote), Jorge Julião (Lilica), Gilberto Moura (Dito), Edilson Lino (Chico), Zenildo Oliveira Santos (Fumaça). The film was directed by Héctor Babenco.

How long is Pixote?

Pixote has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Pixote?

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