Favela Rising

Year: 2006

Runtime: 80 min

Language: Portuguese

Directors: Jeff Zimbalist, Matt Mochary

Documentary

Within Rio de Janeiro's favelas, former gang leader Anderson Sá leads a transformative movement against violence and police corruption. Driven by personal tragedy, he utilizes hip-hop, dance, and the energy of the streets to empower his community. Through art and collective action, residents confront the pervasive influence of teenage drug gangs and seek a path toward hope, unity, and lasting change in a challenging environment.

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