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Pixote

A young person's difficult journey through the rough streets of Sao Paulo is portrayed, as they face the tough realities of crime, exploitation, and addiction.

In the gritty streets of Sao Paulo, a 10-year-old runaway named Pixote faces unimaginable hardships, including torture and corruption, after being arrested by police. As he navigates a harsh youth detention center, Pixote witnesses the brutal murder of two fellow runaways and the subsequent framing of a 17-year-old trans woman, Lilica. Joining forces with Lilica and three other boys, Pixote embarks on a desperate struggle to survive, perpetuating a cycle of crime, violence, and tragedy.

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Info about Pixote

Studio(s): HB Filmes, Embrafilme

Originally Released: United States, Sep 26, 1980

Production Country: Brazil

Genres:Crime, Drama