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Pixote
1980·Movie
·2h 7min·R·
Pixote fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Pathos9
- Coming of Age9
- Melancholy8
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Pixote is brutally violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness10Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
They can't outrun the law of the weakest.
10-year-old Pixote endures torture, degradation, and corruption at a local youth detention center where two of its members are murdered by policemen who frame Lilica, a 17-year-old trans hustler. Pixote helps Lilica and three other boys escape and they start to make their living by a life of crime which only escalates to more violence and death.
Brazilian Social RealismStreet UrchinCrime & ExploitationGritty & DisturbingPoverty & ViolenceChildhood LostTransgender RepresentationBleak PortrayalYouth Detention
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Questions about Pixote
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pixote worth watching?
88
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 7.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 94%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pixote rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, drug use, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Pixote?
2 h 7 min
Pixote runs 2 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pixote?
Critics94
Audiences86
Not quite. Critics rate Pixote higher (94) than audiences (86). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Pixote in?
Portuguese
It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil.
In how many countries can I watch Pixote?
96
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+82GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pixote in 96 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Pixote use?
Time-Passes MontageHad to Come to Prison to Be a CrookFrame-UpHoney PotImpairment ShotOff-into-the-Distance EndingDowner EndingCrapsack WorldBlowing a RaspberryJuvenile HellTrans TribulationsIntro Dumpand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Pixote, including Time-Passes Montage, Had to Come to Prison to Be a Crook, Frame-Up.