1964: Brazil between weapons and books (2019): Cast & Ratings
1964: Brazil between weapons and books is a 2019 drama documentary directed by Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem, starring Hélio Beltrão, Rafael Nogueira and Petr Blažek. It runs 2 hours 7 minutes. Its Echo Score is 48/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 7m (127 min)
- Directors
- Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem
- Genres
- Drama , Documentary
- Original language
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Portuguese - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is 1964: Brazil between weapons and books About?
The premise of 1964: Brazil between weapons and books without spoilers.
This film examines a pivotal and often overlooked period in Brazilian history, questioning established narratives. An international investigation uncovers secret operations and reveals previously unknown Soviet documents, prompting extensive reporting by Brazilian media outlets. The events unfolded in plain sight, revealing a complex and surprising chapter in the nation's past.
1964: Brazil between weapons and books Themes & Keywords
· 5 tags- web film
- brazilian military dictatorship
- brazilian history
- latin american history
- year in title
1964: Brazil between weapons and books Cast
Hélio Beltrão leads the cast, with Rafael Nogueira and Petr Blažek. Directed by Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Filipe Valerim
- Co-director Lucas Ferrugem
- Hélio Beltrão as themselves
- Rafael Nogueira as themselves
- Petr Blažek as themselves
- Luiz Philippe de Oleans e Bragança as themselves
Also Starring in 1964: Brazil between weapons and books
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- Mauro Kraenski Themselves
- Thomas Giulliano Themselves
- Svetlana Ptacnikova Themselves
- Jiří Gruntora Themselves
- Simon Schwartzman Themselves
- Percival Puggina Themselves
More from Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem
More films directed by Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem, best-rated first: Oficina do Diabo and Cortina de Fumaça.
1964: Brazil between weapons and books Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 48/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (35).
1964: Brazil between weapons and books Echo Score Breakdown
The documentary presents a heavily contested portrayal of Brazil's 1964 events, receiving both commendation for its production values and extensive criticism for perceived ideological bias. Positive remarks highlight its informative stance and well‑produced visuals, while a majority of reviewers denounce its narrative as partisan and historically inaccurate. This polarization yields a mixed overall impression, reflecting limited rewatch appeal and divergent assessments across artistic and narrative dimensions.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of direction and production quality, reviewers note a generally polished presentation. Several comments describe the film as well‑produced and impressive, indicating competent cinematography and editing. However, a minority label the documentary as poorly made in cinematic terms, suggesting some technical inconsistencies. Overall, the visual craftsmanship leans toward a respectable, though not universally praised, standard.
- Character & Emotion 35
When evaluating character and emotional resonance, the consensus is largely unfavorable. Critics emphasize the documentary's bias and accuse it of presenting a one‑sided narrative, which diminishes perceived authenticity and depth. Few positive observations address emotional impact, and the majority imply that the portrayal of historical figures lacks nuance. Consequently, the emotional and character-driven aspects score low.
- Story & Flow 45
Story coherence and pacing receive mixed feedback. Some reviewers commend the film for shedding light on a suppressed perspective and consider it an engaging recounting of events. Conversely, many point to a biased storyline that undermines narrative credibility and suggests selective presentation of facts. The balance of praise for originality against criticism for partiality places the story evaluation in a moderate range.
- Sensory Experience 60
The sensory experience, including soundtrack and visual style, is described as competent by a subset of viewers who found the production impressive. Yet, certain critics dismiss the documentary as lacking cinematic quality, implying deficiencies in sound design or visual cohesion. These divergent views result in an overall moderate assessment of the sensory components.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Rewatch potential is generally low. While a few users recommend viewing for its informational content, the predominant sentiment highlights ideological bias and factual disputes, reducing incentives for repeat viewings. The combination of strong negative reactions and limited perceived lasting appeal leads to a modest rewatch factor.
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1964: Brazil between weapons and books FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of 1964: Brazil between weapons and books, each answered in a sentence.
How long is 1964: Brazil between weapons and books?
1964: Brazil between weapons and books runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
When was 1964: Brazil between weapons and books released?
1964: Brazil between weapons and books was released on July 7, 2019.
Who directed 1964: Brazil between weapons and books?
1964: Brazil between weapons and books was directed by Filipe Valerim and Lucas Ferrugem.
More films by Filipe Valerim Who is in the cast of 1964: Brazil between weapons and books?
1964: Brazil between weapons and books stars Hélio Beltrão, Rafael Nogueira and Petr Blažek, among 14 credited actors.
Does 1964: Brazil between weapons and books have a post-credit scene?
No. 1964: Brazil between weapons and books has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is 1964: Brazil between weapons and books in?
The original language of 1964: Brazil between weapons and books is Portuguese.
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