City of God
2002 124 min

City of God

Cidade de Deus

Director Fernando Meirelles, Kátia Lund
Cast Matheus Nachtergaele, Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino

Set in the gritty favelas of Rio de Janeiro, this gripping epic follows the diverging paths of two young men. While the ruthless Zé Pequeno rises through the ranks of the violent drug trade, the timid Rocket strives to escape the cycle of poverty by capturing reality through his lens. Based on true events, this visually arresting masterpiece delivers an unflinching look at survival within the notorious City of God.

Ready for this raw, visual rollercoaster through the favelas of Rio? Find a movie buddy on Cinemeet who is just as enthralled as you are, and discuss this cinematic masterpiece together afterward.

Currently playing in the Netherlands in: Den Haag. View all showtimes at cinemas like Flora.