Lower City (2006): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Lower City is a 2006 drama directed by Sérgio Machado, starring Wagner Moura, Lázaro Ramos and Alice Braga. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $228,640 worldwide. Critics gave it 60% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Sérgio Machado
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Portuguese - Studio
- Palm Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Lower City About?
The premise of Lower City without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the vibrant Brazilian city of Salvador de Bahia, lifelong friends Deco and Naldinho find themselves drawn to the alluring Karinna, an enigmatic prostitute. Aboard their cargo boat, a sensual atmosphere develops, as the trio’s intertwined destinies challenge their loyalty and explore the complexities of desire. The evolving relationships test the limits of their bond and threaten to disrupt the delicate balance of their lives.
Lower City Cast
Wagner Moura leads the cast, with Lázaro Ramos and Alice Braga. Directed by Sérgio Machado.
- Director Sérgio Machado
More from Sérgio Machado
More films directed by Sérgio Machado: Noah’s Ark, Neojiba - Música Que Transforma, A Luta do Século and The Violin Teacher.
Lower City Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Lower City 60% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 60% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 57%
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
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TMDB 65% User score
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Lower City Plot Summary
What happens in Lower City from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the lively city of Salvador, Brazil, the profound camaraderie between Deco, played by Wagner Moura, and Naldinho, portrayed by Lázaro Ramos, flourishes, untainted by the complexities of racial inequality. Their friendship stands firm, epitomized by their mutual promise: “No woman will come between us.” However, their unwavering trust faces a challenge when they meet Karinna, a mesmerizing dancer and sex worker who approaches them seeking a ride and some financial help.
Full summary
The whole story of Lower City, scene by scene
Lower City Box Office
Lower City grossed $228,640 worldwide. $130,794 came from the US and Canada and $97,846 (43%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$228.6K
- US & Canada
- $130.8K
- International
- $97.8K
Lower City Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Lower City.
How Well Do You Know Lower City?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What city is the setting for the movie Lower City?
Lower City Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Ciudad baja” and “Bahia, ville basse”.
- Also known as
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- Ciudad baja
- Bahia, ville basse
- Stin poli tou pathous
- Donji grad
- עיר תחתית
- Нижний город
- Нижнє місто
- 低城
- 파라다이스
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Lower City FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Lower City, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Lower City?
Lower City runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Lower City released?
Lower City was released on June 16, 2006.
Who directed Lower City?
Lower City was directed by Sérgio Machado.
More films by Sérgio Machado Who is in the cast of Lower City?
Lower City stars Wagner Moura, Lázaro Ramos and Alice Braga.
How much did Lower City make at the box office?
Lower City grossed $228,640 worldwide ($130,794 domestic, $97,846 international).
How is Lower City rated?
Lower City has 60% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Does Lower City have a post-credit scene?
No. Lower City has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Lower City in?
The original language of Lower City is Portuguese.
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