The Man in the Black Cape

The Man in the Black Cape

1986 · 120 min · ★ 7.3 · Crime, History

Biography of Brazilian congressman Tenório Cavalcanti, who used to appear in public carrying a machine-gun, and wearing a black cloak.

Directed by Sérgio Rezende · Written by Tairone Feitosa

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