Synopsis
Free adaptation of Romeo and Juliet translated to the harsh life in Favela da Maré, one of largest and most violent slums in Rio de Janeiro. Living in a slum divided between two rival gangs of drug traffickers, Analídia is the daughter of one of the gangs' leaders and Jonathan is a childhood friend of the other gang leader. Both study in a dance group situated exactly in the middle of the two territories, looking for solace in art.
Facts
Original language
Portuguese
Stills
Festival History
- Berlin International Film Festival 2008 generic
- Guadalajara International Film Festival 2008 generic
- Havana Film Festival 2008 generic
- Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival 2007 generic
