“Driven by strong performances and dynamic action sequences, Marighella is gripping and technically slick.” – The Hollywood Reporter
Back by popular demand, watch actor Wagner Moura’s directorial debut chronicling the life of Afro-Brazilian guerrilla fighter Carlos Marighella.
Currently the #1 film in Brazil, Marighella is a new Brazilian action drama set in 1969 based on the life of Afro-Brazilian politician and guerrilla fighter Carlos Marighella. The film is the directorial debut from Narcos (2015-2016) actor Wagner Moura and stars Brazilian actor/musician Seu Jorge (City of God, Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou).
Screened in Portuguese with English subtitles.
Wagner Moura, 2019, Brazil, 155min
Festivals, Awards, & Nominations
Official Selection – Berlinale 2019
FILM SERIES
Marighella is a part of the ADIFF Chicago Film Series 2022 running June 10-12. View full series.
