Content Warnings
- 🟡 40/100 Brief scene with partial nudity in a nightclub setting.
- 🔴 80/100 Characters shown using cocaine in a party scene.
- 🔴 85/100 Drug dealing and use depicted in a favela setting.
- 🔴 95/100 Intense shootout between police and drug dealers, with graphic injuries.
- 🔴 100/100 Torture scene involving a suspect, with graphic violence.
- 🔴 95/100 Execution-style killings depicted in a brutal manner.
- 🔴 70/100 Frequent use of strong language throughout the movie.
- 🔴 80/100 Explicit racial slurs used in dialogue.
Details for Tropa de Elite (2007)
What is the plot of Tropa de Elite (2007)?
Tropa de Elite (2007) follows the story of Captain Nascimento, a member of BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion), as he tries to find a replacement for his position while dealing with the violent drug trade in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. The film provides a gritty and intense look at police corruption, crime, and the moral dilemmas faced by law enforcement.
Who are the main actors in Tropa de Elite (2007)?
The main actors in Tropa de Elite (2007) include Wagner Moura as Captain Nascimento, André Ramiro as André Matias, Caio Junqueira as Neto Gouveia, and Milhem Cortaz as Captain Fábio.
Who directed Tropa de Elite (2007)?
Tropa de Elite (2007) was directed by José Padilha, who is known for his work in both Brazilian cinema and international projects like the Netflix series Narcos.
Is Tropa de Elite (2007) based on a true story?
While Tropa de Elite (2007) is not based on a specific true story, it is inspired by real-life events and the experiences of BOPE officers in Rio de Janeiro. The film aims to portray the harsh realities of police work in the favelas.
What awards did Tropa de Elite (2007) win?
Tropa de Elite (2007) won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. It was also highly acclaimed in Brazil and internationally for its raw and unflinching portrayal of police brutality and corruption.
