From a Brazilian perspective

Rating: 10/10 (15 August 2014)

City of God catches the bet and the worst of Brazil in an unique way. I captivating story with great actors and photography. The plot is complex but the film is engaging enough to keep viewers interested. The humanity in very well expressed which is what makes this film universally relatable. The photography is beautiful and catches the eye with its beautiful colors and Brazilian landscape. This film is very important to Brazilian film history as Brazilian makes its place in the film industry. It set the tone for Brazilian film making in the international market. A film with great action, a glimpse into Brazilian culture and a phenomenal heart breaking story, it is the one film out of Brazil that everyone should see.