I think someone might have mentioned the film City of God on this blog in the past, but I think since we will be watching it in class tomorrow the film is worth revisiting again. City of God is a critically acclaimed film revolving around a housing project and gangs in Rio de Janeiro from the 1960s to the 1980s. From what I've read and heard, it promises to be a great film that everyone should be excited to see -- both for its gripping storyline and its artistic merits.
If anyone is curious check out IMDB for a plot summary, viewer comments, trivia and other exciting things about the film. See everyone tomorrow!
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1 comment:
The film has also been criticized (especially within Brazil) for not realisticly depicting life in the favela. Some claim it is exaggerated and overly dramatic. To say the least, it is quite controversial.
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