Elite Squad (2007)
On the streets of Rio only the elite survive
Director: José Padilha
|Writers: Luiz Eduardo Soares, André Batista, Bráulio Mantovani, José Padilha, Rodrigo Pimentel
|Stars: Wagner Moura, André Ramiro, Caio Junqueira
Storyline
In 1997, before the visit of the pope to Rio de Janeiro, Captain Nascimento from BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion) is assigned to eliminate the risks of the drug dealers in a dangerous slum nearby where the pope intends to be lodged.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Tropa de Elite |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 5, 2007 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | drug dealer, moral conflict, police brutality, rio de janeiro, special forces, drug trafficking, slum, war on drugs, law enforcement, torturing police, power abuse, favelas |
| Official site | Visit ↗ |
FAQ
What is Elite Squad about?
In 1997, before the visit of the pope to Rio de Janeiro, Captain Nascimento from BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion) is assigned to eliminate the risks of the drug dealers in a dangerous slum nearby where the pope intends to be lodged.
When was Elite Squad released?
Elite Squad was released on Oct 5, 2007 (status: Released).
Who directed Elite Squad?
José Padilha directed Elite Squad.
What is the TMDB rating of Elite Squad?
Elite Squad has a TMDB rating of 8.1/10 from 2,817 votes.