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The Tortoise and the Tapir (2016): Cast

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The Tortoise and the Tapir is a 2016 documentary directed by Eliza Capai, starring Letícia Sabatella as narração and Ruth Buendia. It runs 1 hour 11 minutes.

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The Tortoise and the Tapir (2016) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 11m (71 min)
Director
Eliza Capai
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Tortoise and the Tapir About?

The premise of The Tortoise and the Tapir without spoilers.

Driven by unsettling images of drought in Sao Paulo, a filmmaker embarks on a journey to explore massive hydroelectric dams constructed within the Amazon rainforest. Along the Xingu, Tapajós, and Ene rivers, the film captures the perspectives of river dwellers, indigenous communities, and fishermen, revealing the human impact of development projects and prompting reflection on our modern lifestyle.

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Cast & crew

The Tortoise and the Tapir Cast & Characters

Letícia Sabatella leads the cast as narração, with Ruth Buendia. Directed by Eliza Capai.

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The Tortoise and the Tapir FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Tortoise and the Tapir, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Tortoise and the Tapir?

The Tortoise and the Tapir runs 1 hour 11 minutes (71 minutes).

When was The Tortoise and the Tapir released?

The Tortoise and the Tapir was released on September 23, 2016.

Who directed The Tortoise and the Tapir?

The Tortoise and the Tapir was directed by Eliza Capai.

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Who is in the cast of The Tortoise and the Tapir?

The Tortoise and the Tapir stars Letícia Sabatella as narração and Ruth Buendia.

Does The Tortoise and the Tapir have a post-credit scene?

No. The Tortoise and the Tapir has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Tortoise and the Tapir in?

The original language of The Tortoise and the Tapir is Portuguese.

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