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Stayin' Alive in Jo'burg

2009•55m•5.0/10
Documentary

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5.0/10(1)

A fascinating documentary about Johannesburg. It is one of the most violent cities in the world yet the filmmakers bravely probe into some of the most depraved areas of the city that few would have the courage to venture into. This gives fascinating insight as to how Johanneburg has evolved since the end of apartheid and look at the impact the preparation for the FIFA World Cup in 2010 is having on the residents surrounding the stadiums.

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