The Burning Season (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1994, The Burning Season is a drama and tv movie film directed by John Frankenheimer, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the true story of a Brazilian rubber tapper who leads his people in protest against government and developers, who want to cut down their part of the rainforest for a new road and ranch land. The rich and the powerful will stop at nothing, and frequently resort to murder
Who’s in it. The Burning Season stars Raúl Juliá as Chico Mendes, Carmen Argenziano as Alfredo Sezero, Sonia Braga as Regina de Carvalho and Kamala Lopez as Ilzamar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Burning Season has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Burning Season page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burning Season tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burning Season (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burning Season change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burning Season worth watching?
- The Burning Season holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burning Season?
- The Burning Season stars Raúl Juliá, Carmen Argenziano, Sonia Braga, Kamala Lopez and Luis Guzmán.
- When was The Burning Season released?
- The Burning Season was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.