Mangue-Bangue (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1971, Mangue-Bangue is a comedy and adventure film directed by Neville d'Almeida, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. The quasi-fictional story of transgender sex workers living in Rio de Janeiro's swampy red light district, who are joined by a group of hippies and a runaway stockbroker, "Mangue-Bangue" is the paradigmatic expression of the post-1968 spirit of desbunde, the Brazilian slang catchword for "sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll".
Who’s in it. Mangue-Bangue stars Paulo Villaça, Maria Gladys, Neville d'Almeida and Maria Regina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Mangue-Bangue sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mangue-Bangue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mangue-Bangue tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mangue-Bangue (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mangue-Bangue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mangue-Bangue worth watching?
- Mangue-Bangue holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mangue-Bangue?
- Mangue-Bangue stars Paulo Villaça, Maria Gladys, Neville d'Almeida, Maria Regina and Damião Experiência.
- When was Mangue-Bangue released?
- Mangue-Bangue was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.