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IMDb rating 8
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Critic rating 5.5

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Critic Rosamund Witcher
rated 6

...a shocking insight into a world in which corrupt cops slug it out against drug dealers but, ultimately, nobody wins.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Frederik Asschenfeldt Vandrup
rated 5

...effektiv og potent, helte-propaganda...

Read full review at Cinemazone

Cast & Crew

José Padilha
Director
Wagner Moura
As Capitão Nascimento
Juliano Cazarré
As Soldado Tatu
Milhem Cortaz
As Capitao Fabio
Maria Ribeiro
As Rosane

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Elite Squad is a gripping crime drama set in Rio de Janeiro in 1997. The movie follows the story of Captain Roberto Nascimento, a highly skilled and respected member of the BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion), who is tasked with eliminating the risks of drug dealers in a dangerous slum ahead of the Pope's visit. Nascimento is seeking a worthy successor to take over his position, and he finds himself torn between his loyalty to his team and his desire to start a family. As Nascimento navigates this moral dilemma, he also must confront the harsh realities of life in Rio's favelas. He forms an unlikely bond with two rookie police officers, Matias and Neto, who are determined to make their mark on the city's crime-ridden streets. Their paths converge as they become embroiled in a complex web of corruption and violence that threatens to consume them all. With its gritty realism and intense action sequences, Elite Squad offers a powerful portrayal of the struggles faced by those living on the margins of society. It raises important questions about justice, morality, and loyalty at its core while providing breathtaking views into one woman's resilience against all odds! As powerful today as when released over 10 years ago - don't miss out on this unforgettable cinematic journey if you haven't seen it yet (and even if you have).

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