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The Fifth Power

1962 · 99 min Crime Science Fiction Thriller
6.5 / 10 · TMDB

Foreign agents from an unidentified nation clandestinely install radio and TV antennas in Rio de Janeiro devices that emit subliminal waves that alter the perception of the population. They aim to transform the people into an aggressive and imbecile mass, leading the country to chaos, allowing the government to be taken to usurp Brazil's natural wealth. A journalist, Carlos, accompanied by chemist Laura Leal, begins to investigate a series of facts and discovers those responsible for the disturbances.

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Original Title O 5º Poder
Year 1962
Country Brazil
Genre Crime, Science Fiction, Thriller
Director Alberto Pieralisi
Runtime 99 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.5/10 (4 votes)

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The Fifth Power has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1962. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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