Favela Rising

Favela Rising

Their music fueled a movement. His message fought a war.

2005•1h 22m•5.8/10

Documentary

Ratings

🎬TMDb

5.8/10(8)

A man emerges from the slums of Rio to lead the nonviolent cultural movement known as Afro-reggae.

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Production

Sidetrack Films, All Rise Films, Stealth Creations, VOY Pictures

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

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Cast

Andre Luis Azevedo

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José Júnior

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Michele Moraes

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Anderson Sa

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Zuenir Ventura

Zuenir Ventura

Himself

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