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City of God (2002)

"If you run, the beast catches you; if you stay, the beast eats you."

8.420022h 9mPT
DramaCrime

Directed by Fernando Meirelles

Rating

8.4/10

Runtime

2h 9m

Language

PT

Release

August 30, 2002

Director

Fernando Meirelles

Official Trailer

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Overview

In the poverty-stricken favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s, two young men choose different paths. Rocket is a budding photographer who documents the increasing drug-related violence of his neighborhood, while José “Zé” Pequeno is an ambitious drug dealer diving into a dangerous life of crime.

Cast

Alexandre Rodrigues

Alexandre Rodrigues

Buscapé - Rocket

Leandro Firmino

Leandro Firmino

Zé Pequeno - Li'l Zé

Phellipe Haagensen

Phellipe Haagensen

Bené - Benny

Douglas Silva

Douglas Silva

Dadinho - Li'l Dice

Jonathan Haagensen

Jonathan Haagensen

Cabeleira - Shaggy

Matheus Nachtergaele

Matheus Nachtergaele

Sandro Cenoura - Carrot

Seu Jorge

Seu Jorge

Mané Galinha - Knockout Ned

Jefechander Suplino

Jefechander Suplino

Alicate - Clipper

Alice Braga

Alice Braga

Angélica

Emerson Gomes

Emerson Gomes

Barbantinho - Stringy

Edson Oliveira

Edson Oliveira

Barbantinho Adulto - Older Stringy

Michel Gomes

Michel Gomes

Bené Criança - Young Benny

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into City of God (2002), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the poverty-stricken favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s, two young men choose different paths. Rocket is a budding photographer who documents the increasing drug-related violence of his neighborhood, while José “Zé” Pequeno is an ambitious drug dealer diving into a dangerous life of crime.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of City of God. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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