| Released Fri 19 Jul, 2024 | | Distributor: |  | Independent |
| Studio: |  | Nu Metro Cinemas |
| Running time: | 130 (2h10') |
| Age restriction: | 18 D L N P PPS S V |
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Based on the book by anthropologist Paulo Lins that fictionalised his research into the poverty-stricken Rio neighbourhood Cidade de Deus, the film shows how drug gangs dominated the city's poor favela areas. Rocket a photographer, attempts to avoid the prevalent violence and crime and aspires for a better life. His life contrasts with L’il Zé who rises to become a ruthless crime lord alongside his friend Bené. The film is groundbreaking in its realistic portrayal of life in the favelas and features non-professional actors. The result is a powerful and unfiltered story and a world of contrasts, where hope and despair coexist.
Based on ‘City of God’ (Novel) by Paulo Lins.
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| Genre: |
Drama |
| Cast: |
Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino Da Hora, Jonathan Haagensen, Phellipe Haagensen, Douglas, Silva, Daniel Zettel, Seu Jorge |
| Directed by: |
Fernando Meirelles, Kátia Lund |
| Screenplay: |
Bráulio Mantovani |
| Music: |
Antônio Pinto, Ed Cortês | | Produced by: |
Andrea Barata Ribeiro, Maurício Andrade Ramos |
| Language: |
Portuguese |
| Subtitles: |
English |
| Country / Year: |
Brazil, France, Germany, United States, 2002 |
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