Everyone knows city of god, but there are a ton of movies that are similiar that are just as good, if not better:
This is an amazing film. If you liked city of god then you will love this. Its like City of God without all of the feel good parts. Most of the actors were street kids, and the main actor even died a couple years after the film was completed. This shit is raw, unfiltered, brasilian street action. One of my favorite movies of all time.
Documentary on a Bus hostage situation in Rio. Shows the ineptness of the cops and also the horrible living situations that causes many favela residents to snap. Not for the faint of heart.
Jailhouse story with some positive vibes. Surprisingly, this isnt that violent. Dont get me wrong, there are plenty of shivs and shanks, and rape scenes, but over all I expected this to be much worse. For the ladies, this stars brazilian heartthrob Rodrigo. Unfortunately he plays a transvestite, but im sure his good looks will shine through that make-up and make you wetter than october.
Neighborhood no-good accidently shoots the favela druglord. He unexpectedly liberates the favela and becomes a local hero. Highly recommended.
This is just the tip of the iceberg. Ill post more if people are interested.
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