Basic Sanitation, the Movie (2007)
Portuguese · Comedy · 112 min · 12
★ 7.2 Moderate ratings 156 ratings
Released 20 Jul 2007
Page updated 23 Oct 2026
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Audience★ 7.2 from 156 ratings on TMDB
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Basic Sanitation, the Movie is streaming in Brazil on Netflix, HBO Max, Globoplay.
What the audience says
Basic Sanitation, the Movie is a dependable Portuguese film — it does what it sets out to do. It carries a 7.2/10 on TMDB across 156 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 112 minutes. In Brazil you can stream it on Netflix, HBO Max, Globoplay.
Should you spend 1h 52m on it?
1h 52m of Portuguese comedy, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 156 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want real stakes underneath the jokes
- Best for
- A quiet evening at home
Story
When they discover their town lacks funding for a sewage system, but does have a federal grant to make a movie, a group of villagers decide to make a sci-fi joint about a monster who lives in the building site of a septic tank.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 52m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Language | Portuguese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Jorge Furtado
Cast
Fernanda Torres
Marina
Joaquim
Camila Pitanga
Silene
Bruno Garcia
Fabrício
Janaína Kremer
Marcela
Lázaro Ramos
Zico
Where to watch in Brazil
NetflixHBO MaxGloboplayMUBI
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 19 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All Netflix titles in Brazil
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Basic Sanitation, the Movie worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences like it. It rates 7.2/10 on audience ratings. 1h 52m of Portuguese comedy, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch Basic Sanitation, the Movie?
You can stream Basic Sanitation, the Movie in Brazil on Netflix, HBO Max, Globoplay, MUBI.
When is Basic Sanitation, the Movie coming to streaming?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie is already streaming in Brazil on Netflix, HBO Max, Globoplay, MUBI.
Is Basic Sanitation, the Movie family friendly?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie is rated 12. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Basic Sanitation, the Movie in?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie is a Portuguese film (Comedy).
How long is Basic Sanitation, the Movie?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Basic Sanitation, the Movie?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie stars Fernanda Torres, Wagner Moura, Camila Pitanga and Bruno Garcia, directed by Jorge Furtado.
When did Basic Sanitation, the Movie come out?
Basic Sanitation, the Movie was released on 20 Jul 2007.
