The Last Cangaceiros (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2011, The Last Cangaceiros is a history and documentary film directed by Wolney Oliveira, running about 79 minutes. “"We were from Lampião's group"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. For more than 50 years, Durvinha and Moreno hid their real identity even to their own children, who grew up thinking their parents' names were Jovina Maria and Jose Antonio Souto. They had belonged to the gang of the most famous Brazilian bandit's leader. The truth was revealed when Moreno, at the age of 95, decided to share the weight of memories with his children and meet alive relatives, including his first child. The 'cangaceirismo' was a form of 'social banditry' born in northeastern Brazil in the early XX century in a scenario of extreme poverty, violence and anarchy.
Who’s in it. The Last Cangaceiros stars Durvinha as Herself and Moreno as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Last Cangaceiros 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 The Last Cangaceiros page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Cangaceiros tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Cangaceiros (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Cangaceiros change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Cangaceiros worth watching?
- The Last Cangaceiros holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Last Cangaceiros?
- The Last Cangaceiros stars Durvinha and Moreno.
- When was The Last Cangaceiros released?
- The Last Cangaceiros was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.