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The Red Light Bandit

A third world western

Not Rated Thriller Crime

Starring: Paulo Villaça, Luiz Linhares, Helena Ignez, Pagano Sobrinho, Roberto Luna

Writer: Rogério Sganzerla

Release Date:
December 2, 1968
Ratings:
7.6 / 10
Director:
Rogério Sganzerla
Companies:
Urano Filmes

Overview

Born and raised in the misery of Brazilian slums, Jorge becomes a luxury house burglar in São Paulo and gets nicknamed "The Red Light Bandit" by the sensationalist press. In addition to wearing a red flashlight, he talks to his hostages in an irreverent tone and makes bold breakthroughs to later spend the money extravagantly. His world is the decadent neighbourhood of Boca do Lixo.