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O Cortiço (1978): Cast

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O Cortiço is a 1978 drama directed by Francisco Ramalho Jr., starring Maurício do Valle as Miranda, Betty Faria and Álvaro Freire. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes.

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O Cortiço (1978) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is O Cortiço About?

The premise of O Cortiço without spoilers.

This adaptation of a classic Brazilian novel focuses on the relations of charismatic characters within a tenement.

O Cortiço Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • remake
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

O Cortiço Cast & Characters

Maurício do Valle leads the cast as Miranda, with Betty Faria as Rita Baiana and Álvaro Freire as Botelho. Directed by Francisco Ramalho Jr.; 31 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Francisco Ramalho Jr.

More films directed by Francisco Ramalho Jr.: The Heartthrob, Canta Maria, Besame Mucho and Sons and Lovers.

Full filmography

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FAQ

O Cortiço FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of O Cortiço, each answered in a sentence.

How long is O Cortiço?

O Cortiço runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was O Cortiço released?

O Cortiço was released on April 21, 1978.

Who directed O Cortiço?

O Cortiço was directed by Francisco Ramalho Jr.

More films by Francisco Ramalho Jr.

Who is in the cast of O Cortiço?

O Cortiço stars Maurício do Valle as Miranda, Betty Faria as Rita Baiana and Álvaro Freire as Botelho, among 31 credited actors.

Does O Cortiço have a post-credit scene?

No. O Cortiço has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is O Cortiço in?

The original language of O Cortiço is Portuguese.

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