Fernando and César join rebel group MR8 in order to fight Brazilian dictatorial regime during the late 1960s. When César is captured during a bank holdup, Fernando decides to kidnap the American ambassador in Brazil and ask for the release of fifteen political prisoners.

This Oscar®-nominated and gripping political thriller stars the great Alan Arkin, and is lauded as one of Bruno Barreto’s best films. Based on a true story, it looks at activism and political action under military rule, daring to ask the controversial question of whether the end justifies the means.