The Big City
The adventures and misadventures of Luzia and her 3 friends from far away
1966 · 1h 23m · N/A
Drama
Directed by
Carlos Diegues
Overview
In search of a better life, Luzia leaves the Northeast of Brazil and goes to Rio de Janeiro, looking for her fiance who went first to pave their way. Alone in the Marvelous City, she is forced to accept the friendship and protection of Calunga and, later, the company of Inácio.
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