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33 South American & Hispanic Grindhouse Films

33 titles

Default orderPopularityIMDb ratingTMDB ratingRelease dateRuntimeTitleBudgetBox officeAscending
  1. 1La Casa Que Arde de NocheMovie · 1985 · 103mA sex worker arrives at a brothel and develops a competitive relationship while pretending to be romantically involved with the establishment's owner.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.5
  2. 2Chile PicanteMovie · 1983 · 78mA woman secretly uses her husband's money to establish a beauty parlor and spa. She intends to use the business as a discreet location to meet with her lover.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.2
  3. 3XXYMovie · 2007 · 86m · DramaAlex, a 15-year-old intersex person who identifies as a girl, and her family grapple with questions about her emotional identity when a classmate's romantic interest forces them to confront the issue. Facing a crucial choice about her gender, Alex experiences both prejudice and understanding.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
  4. 4S.O.S. Sex-ShopMovie · 1984 · 86mAfter seven years together, Cláudio and Elisa's marriage is struggling. Desperate, Cláudio is persuaded by friends to visit a sex shop, where he purchases a small device he believes will repair their relationship.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.0
  5. 5Sex, Your Only WeaponMovie · 1981 · 88mMarta, a young woman who is blind, comes to visit Humberto and his family at their large home. As she stays longer than planned, her presence starts to create tension and strain the relationships within the family.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.9
  6. 6The ImmoralsMovie · 1979 · 105mMario, the son of wealthy parents, frequently clashes with his family. While working at a beauty salon, he meets Glória and befriends Gustavo, a hairdresser. Their connection deepens, hinting at a relationship that could go beyond friendship.IMDb 6.4TMDB 3.8
  7. 7FuegoMovie · 1969 · 90mLaura lives in a mansion with her maid, Andrea, and falls in love with Carlos, a man from high society who is drawn to her lively spirit. However, Carlos is unaware of the difficulties ahead. Laura struggles with a serious condition of uncontrollable sexual desire, feeling attracted to any man she encounters.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3
  8. 8City of the BlindMovie · 1991 · 87mFor over thirty years, the department of a Condesa building in Mexico City serves as the backdrop for ten interconnected stories, all united by a sense of disruption. The passage of time and the wider world are subtly suggested only through glimpses seen from the windows and the belongings of the characters. The setting fosters a profound isolation, a solitude possible even within a bustling city.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.8
  9. 9Invitation to PleasureMovie · 1980 · 109m · DramaTwo close friends have open, honest talks about their experiences with love. They discuss relationships filled with fleeting passion that ultimately leave them feeling empty. As they navigate these connections, they start to question what love and commitment mean in today's world. Through their conversations and self-reflection, they explore the complexities hidden beneath initial attraction and try to understand what makes a relationship real. Their discussions cover loneliness, societal expectations, and personal growth, offering a thoughtful look at the human need for connection in a disconnected society.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3
  10. 10Eros, the God of LoveMovie · 1981 · 107mA man delves into understanding how sexuality develops, searching for a woman who doesn't actually exist.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.6
  11. 11Lady on the BusMovie · 1978 · 96m · Drama, ComedyIn Rio de Janeiro, Solange uses bus rides as a way to deal with her troubled marriage. After a difficult wedding night, she finds comfort in brief connections with strangers. This story explores marital difficulties and the longing for intimacy, set against the lively backdrop of the city and highlighting the power of human connection.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.2
  12. 12My Brother's WifeMovie · 2005 · 89m · Romance, DramaZoe, married to Ignacio for nearly ten years, feels a growing lack of passion in their relationship. She becomes drawn to his brother, Gonzalo. This attraction sets off a chain of events involving revenge, secrets, and intense desires between the three of them. The dynamic between two brothers and a woman unravels, exposing long-held family secrets, suppressed feelings, and the overwhelming power of love. The story is captivating from start to finish. Zoe and Ignacio have been unable to conceive, and their differing views on intimacy create distance. Her physical attraction to Gonzalo intensifies, leading to further complications when she discovers she is pregnant and questions her husband's sexuality.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.4
  13. 13Wistful LoverMovie · 1984 · 114mAna is struggling with psychological issues. Hoping to improve her treatment, she and her longtime friend Cléia decide to return to their childhood home. However, their plans are disrupted when they encounter a stranger.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9
  14. 14Forbidden BeachMovie · 1985 · 80mA man works as an engineer and rents a bungalow by the sea next door to a widow and her two sons. The older son shows signs of an Oedipal attachment to his mother, and they appear to share a close bond. Consequently, the widow is determined to keep other men away, protecting what she considers her "happy" family.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.6
  15. 15Horror and EcstasyMovie · 1979 · 104mA young woman and her boyfriend are abducted. While held captive, she forms an unexpected connection with their captor, and a complicated relationship develops between them.IMDb 5.4TMDB 3.7
  16. 16Movie DementiaMovie · 1986 · 90mThis is a modern Brazilian take on the Faust myth. A young man, the heir to a failing cigarette company and struggling with a personal crisis, abandons his life for a seemingly perfect paradise advertised by a travel agency – a place he believes holds the key to understanding himself. There, he encounters a character reminiscent of Mephistopheles who guides his search.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.2
  17. 17The Chick's AbilityMovie · 1984 · 89mTo save her son's life, a woman is forced to make a desperate choice: either work as a prostitute or pose nude for a painter. The money earned will fund the costly surgery that offers her son his only chance of survival.IMDb 5.2TMDB 3.7
  18. 18Karina, Object of PassionMovie · 1982 · 80mA stripper is arrested for the murder of the man who exploited her as a prostitute, using the alias Karina. Desperate, she finds hope in a lawyer who promises a swift release. However, both women must then contend with a dangerous individual who will stop at nothing to control Karina.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.6
  19. 19Naked StarMovie · 1984 · 90mA young actress takes a job dubbing a deceased movie star in a forthcoming erotic thriller. While recording, she gradually becomes affected by the presence of the late actor.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.8
  20. 20The Empire of DesireMovie · 1981 · 110mWidow Sandra travels from the city to her isolated beach house, intending to evict squatters. During the journey, she offers a ride to a hippie couple, eventually inviting them to house-sit at her coastal property.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.2
  21. 21Crimes of PassionMovie · 2011 · 89m · Drama, Thriller, RomanceArturo Bolaño, a man who enjoys women, drinking, and shortcuts, believes he's found his way to a better life with Rebeca Solis, the hotel owner's wife. Rebeca desires to escape her marriage, and after Arturo's affection, she asks him to help eliminate her husband. Their plan succeeds, but an anonymous letter from a witness threatens to expose them just as they believe they've gotten away with murder.IMDb 4.6TMDB 6.2
  22. 22The Dark Side of the HeartMovie · 1992 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceOliveiro, a young poet in Buenos Aires, struggles to balance his love of writing with the need to survive. He sells his ideas to an advertising agency and trades poems for food. He travels to Montevideo and falls in love with Ana, a prostitute. Returning to Buenos Aires, Oliveiro takes a job with a publicity agency, saving for three days with Ana. As their relationship unfolds, and moments of intense intimacy occur, Oliveiro confronts the complexities of love and the sacrifices needed for a relationship. The film explores the connection between art, commerce, and romantic ideals, examining how far a man will go to follow his heart.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  23. 23PlaybackMovie · 1989 · 86mA psychiatrist is brutally raped and subsequently initiates a disturbing game of revenge against her attacker.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.8
  24. 24Love Strange LoveMovie · 1982 · 123m · Drama, HistoryThe film follows a young boy's visit to his mother in a well-known brothel in Brazil during 1937. His mother, connected to a powerful politician who owns the brothel, exposes him to adult life and sexuality. Against a backdrop of political upheaval, the story examines the loss of innocence as the boy begins to understand himself within this unusual world.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8
  25. 25A Fit of RageMovie · 1999 · 70mA 40-year-old man living a secluded life on a farm near São Paulo has a passionate affair with a 30-year-old journalist who is actively involved in politics. Following a night of intense love, he discovers a hole in his fence made by sauba ants. This seemingly minor detail sparks accusations and conflict between the couple.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.9
  26. 26A Fêmea do MarMovie · 1980 · 85m · Thriller, Drama, HorrorJeruza, Cassandra, and Ulisses live a simple life in a quiet seaside town, selling their crafts to make ends meet. Their lives are affected by the disappearance of Jeruza's husband, Santiago, until Roque arrives one evening claiming to have news of Santiago's fate. Roque's arrival disrupts the family's peace. He stays with Jeruza and they become intimate. But Roque is manipulative, and he seduces Cassandra and encourages a forbidden relationship between Ulisses and Cassandra. As Jeruza uncovers Roque’s true intentions, she discovers he has a dark past and her family is in danger. The story examines trust, loyalty, and family bonds as a seemingly peaceful life is destroyed by deceit and desire.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.3
  27. 27Loved and AbusedMovie · 1976 · 100mA renowned crime novelist finds himself at the center of a police investigation when the women he becomes romantically involved with start turning up dead.IMDb 5.9TMDB 3.4
  28. 28La pulqueríaMovie · 1981 · 105m · ComedyThis story follows someone who makes a deal with the Devil. The main conflict is their search to understand genuine love, something they've never experienced. Intrigued by this, the Devil offers to help, leading to a series of events involving self-discovery and difficult choices. The film explores love, morality, and the possibility of change. As the protagonist learns more about love, they face the consequences of their actions and question what is right and wrong. With a compelling story, the film is a memorable look at the complexities of love.IMDb 5.5TMDB 7.1
  29. 29ExcitationMovie · 1977 · 90mHelena and Renato relocate from the city to a beachfront house, hoping the peaceful setting will help Helena overcome her anxiety. However, she starts experiencing disturbing hallucinations, and the house's unusual appliances seem to activate on their own. As these events escalate, the couple questions whether Helena's experiences are real or a product of her own mind.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.0
  30. 30Possuídas pelo PecadoMovie · 1976 · 95mWealthy and aging Dr. Leme is deeply unhappy about his childless marriage to Raquel. He throws lavish parties at his mansion, filled with alcohol and casual encounters with his secretaries. André, Leme's driver, begins an affair with Raquel, and together they plot to murder Leme and inherit his wealth.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.3
  31. 31La búsquedaMovie · 1985 · 83mA family is held captive by three criminals. The father is murdered, and his daughter vows to get revenge.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9
  32. 32In BedMovie · 2005 · 85m · Romance, Drama, ComedyA chance encounter at a party in Santiago, Chile leads to a passionate night for two young people, Bruno and Daniela. After a one-night stand at a modest motel, they spend the night together, sharing intimate moments and developing a strong emotional bond.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
  33. 33Violence and FleshMovie · 1981 · 93mThree escaped convicts take refuge in a seaside home while awaiting their escape by boat. They overpower four aspiring actresses and three men, subjecting them to rape and torture. One of the escapees, an idealistic political prisoner, develops feelings for Letícia. The ensuing violence, including a fatal attack on a woman on the beach, prompts a police investigation of the area.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.6