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City of God

R20022h 9mFernando Meirelles

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

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.

DramaCrime
Police BrutalityStreet GangPhotographerGangsterJournalismRio De JaneiroGang WarGhettoBased On True StoryComing Of Age

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Frequently asked questions

What is City of God (2002) about?

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.

Who stars in City of God?

City of God stars Alexandre Rodrigues (Buscapé), Leandro Firmino (Zé Pequeno / Dadinho), Phellipe Haagensen (Bené), Douglas Silva (Dadinho), Jonathan Haagensen (Cabeleira). The film was directed by Fernando Meirelles.

How long is City of God?

City of God has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2002. It is rated R.

Where can I watch City of God?

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