
Elite Squad
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Set in the gritty streets of Rio de Janeiro, this intense crime drama follows Captain Nascimento, played by Wagner Moura, as he navigates the dangerous world of the BOPE, an elite police unit tasked with combating drug trafficking and corruption. The film delves into the moral complexities faced by law enforcement in a city plagued by violence and poverty. Directed by José Padilha, it offers a raw and unflinching look at the challenges of maintaining order in a chaotic environment. The movie won the Golden Bear at the 2008 Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting its critical acclaim. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 55min
Views:5657
Release:2007
Release Date:2007-10-12
Director:José Padilha
Actors:André Ramiro, Caio Junqueira, Erick Oliveira, Fábio Lago, Fernanda Machado, Marcello Escorel, Maria Ribeiro, Milhem Cortaz, Roberta Santiago, Wagner Moura
Country:Argentina, Brazil, United States of America
Company:Feijão Filmes, Posto 9, Zazen Produções
Awards:47 wins & 16 nominations total
Budget:$4,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$14,759,148
TMDB:8.1
Rotten Tomatoes:51%
FilmAffinity:7.5
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