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The Option

The Option

The Option centers on a group of rural women who cut sugar cane and live in ramshackle highway neighborhoods. For many, their only escape to a potentially better life is through prostitution, often with truck drivers.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Aopção ou As Rosas da Estrada
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1981-11-05
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 5.8/10 (5 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Prodsul, Embrafilme
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2097
  • Languages: Portuguese

Cast & Crew

Carmem Angélica

Carmem Angélica

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Nere di Passi

Nere di Passi

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Carmem Ortega

Carmem Ortega

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Virgílio Roveda

Virgílio Roveda

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Alan Fontaine

Alan Fontaine

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Jairo Ferreira

Jairo Ferreira

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José Lopes

José Lopes

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Affonso Brazza

Affonso Brazza

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External Links

Keywords

workprostitution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Option?

The Option is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1981-11-05.

Who are the main actors in The Option?

The main cast includes Carmem Angélica, Nere di Passi, Carmem Ortega, Virgílio Roveda, Alan Fontaine, .

Where can I watch The Option online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Option is available.

Is The Option based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Option?

The Option has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 5 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Option?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Option?

The soundtrack was composed by Prodsul, Embrafilme. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Option filmed?

The Option was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Option?

The total runtime of The Option is 88 minutes.

Is The Option suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Option?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Option.

Does The Option have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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