Limite (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1931, Limite is a drama and adventure film directed by Mário Peixoto, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. An astonishing creation, Limite is the only feature by the Brazilian director and author Mário Peixoto, made when he was just 22 years old. Inspired by a haunting André Kertész photograph on the cover of a French magazine, this avant-garde silent masterpiece centres on a man and two women lost at sea, their pasts unfolding through flashbacks propelled by the music of Erik Satie, Claude Debussy, Igor Stravinsky, and others. An early work of independent South American filmmaking, Limite was famously difficult to see for most of the twentieth century. It is a pioneering achievement that continues to captivate with its timeless visual poetry.
Who’s in it. Limite stars Olga Breno as First woman, Tatiana Rey as Second woman, Raul Schnoor as First man and Brutus Pedreira as Second man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Limite has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Limite page.
If you liked it. Fans of Limite tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Limite (1931)?
- In US, Limite is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Limite worth watching?
- Limite holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Limite?
- Limite stars Olga Breno, Tatiana Rey, Raul Schnoor, Brutus Pedreira and Carmen Santos.
- When was Limite released?
- Limite was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.