Plot — What is City of God about?
In the poverty-stricken favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s, two young men choose different paths. Rocket is a budding photographer who documents the increasing drug-related violence of his neighborhood, while José “Zé” Pequeno is an ambitious drug dealer diving into a dangerous life of crime.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Drama, Crime |
| Language | PT |
| Runtime | 129 min |
| Audience Score | 84% (8.4/10, 8,477 votes) |
City of God — FAQ
Is City of God worth watching? City of God holds a 8.4/10 rating from 8,477 viewers. In the poverty-stricken favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s, two young men choose different paths. Rocket is a budding photographer who documents the increasing drug-related violence of his neighborhood, while José “Z
Who directed City of God? Directed by Fernando Meirelles.
Who is in the cast of City of God? It stars Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino, Phellipe Haagensen, Douglas Silva, Jonathan Haagensen, Matheus Nachtergaele and more.
Where can I stream City of God? You can stream City of God on Paramount Plus Essential. Availability may vary by region.
When did City of God release? It released in 2002.
