Synopsis
City of God is a gripping tale of life in Rio de Janeiro's crime-ridden favelas. The film follows Rocket, a young man who dreams of becoming a photographer and escaping the cycle of violence.
Did You Know?
- The film was shot on location in Rio de Janeiro's poorest areas.
- Most of the cast were not professional actors but actual residents.
- The film is based on actual events and characters.
- Received four Academy Award nominations, including Best Director.
- None of the main actors had previous acting experience.
Iconic Quotes
- It was like a message from God: Honest work doesn't pay.
- We're all workers. Let's not fight, let's talk.
- The City of God, if you run away, they get you. If you stay, they get you too.
- Every day I'd wake up and think, the more I sleep, the less I'll have to eat.
- You need more than guts to be a good gangster. You need ideas.
