Sergio
Seen it?2020 | 118 min | Drama
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (45% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 58 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
A sweeping drama set in the chaotic aftermath of the US invasion of Iraq, where the life of top UN diplomat Brazilian Sérgio Vieira de Mello hangs in the balance during the most treacherous mission of his career.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
45% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.6 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a modest audience; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 78K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Greg Barker
- Wagner MouraSérgio Vieira de Mello
- Ana de ArmasCarolina Larriera
- Garret DillahuntBill Von Zehle
- Will DaltonAndre Valentine
- Bradley WhitfordPaul Bremer
- Brían F. O'ByrneGil Loescher
- Clemens SchickGaby Pichon
- Clarisse AbujamraGilda Vieira de Mello
- Pedro HossiGeneral Xanana Gusmão
- Sahajak BoonthanakitIeng Sary