Open Skies (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1985, Open Skies is a documentary film directed by João Batista de Andrade, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. When Brazil finally came out from its dictatorship period, Tancredo Neves, the first civilian president after 20 years of military rule, got ill with a strange infection and finally died on 21 April 1985 before taking office. Knowing political stability could get compromised, before dying, he tried to look healthy, and the press also helped with the farce. The documentary is about his slow public agony and death.
Who’s in it. Open Skies stars Tancredo Neves as Himself (archive footage).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Open Skies has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Open Skies page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Open Skies (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Open Skies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Open Skies worth watching?
- Open Skies holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Open Skies?
- Open Skies stars Tancredo Neves.
- When was Open Skies released?
- Open Skies was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.