Pixote
They can't outrun the law of the weakest.
1981 R 2h 7m
10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.
Movie Details
| Original title | Pixote: A Lei do Mais Fraco |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 5, 1981 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | PT |
| Country | Brazil |
| Certification (US) | R |
| Keywords | prostitution, disturbed, lgbt, complicated, intense, gay theme, critical, depressing |
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What is Pixote about?
10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.
When was Pixote released?
Pixote was released on May 5, 1981 (status: Released).
Who directed Pixote?
Héctor Babenco directed Pixote.
What is the TMDB rating of Pixote?
Pixote has a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 from 257 votes.