In Complexo do Alemão, a favela in Rio de Janeiro, two Portuguese filmmakers document the daily lives of over 300,000 residents amid violence and police operations.
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In Complexo do Alemão, a favela in Rio de Janeiro, two Portuguese filmmakers document the daily lives of over 300,000 residents amid violence and police operations.
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In Complexo do Alemão, one of Rio de Janeiro's most dangerous favelas, life unfolds amid violence and tension. Directed by Mário Patrocínio, the 2011 documentary captures the experiences of two Portuguese filmmakers who lived through a major police operation in 2007. They document the daily struggles of over 300,000 residents in this densely populated area. The film presents a stark portrayal of a community operating under its own set of rules, distinct from the broader societal norms of Brazil.
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Why Watch
- See life in Complexo do Alemão, a dangerous Rio favela.
- Find out why it's a top-grossing Portuguese documentary.
- Meet the residents and hear their stories.
Did You Know
- The film grossed €85,367.04 at the Portuguese box office.
- It had a total of 17,042 admissions in Portugal.
- It is the third highest-grossing Portuguese documentary since 2004.
- Jorge Mourinha from Público's Ípsilon rated the film as 'mediocre'.
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What is the box office gross of Complexo: Parallel Universe?
The box office gross of Complexo: Parallel Universe is €85,367.04.
How many admissions did Complexo: Parallel Universe receive?
Complexo: Parallel Universe had a total of 17,042 admissions.
Who directed Complexo: Parallel Universe?
Complexo: Parallel Universe was directed by Mário Patrocínio.
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