City of Men (2002)
City of Men is a 2002 Portuguese-language drama series created by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles. It stars Douglas Silva, Darlan Cunha and Phellipe Haagensen.
The series is based on the award-winning Brazilian film City of God, which itself was nominated for Oscars in four categories, including Best Director for Fernando Meireles. Based on the story of two friends, Laranjinha and Acerola, who live adventurous and dangerous lives in a Rio de Janeiro slum, 'City of Men' brings into sharp relief the condition of children and adolescents in these areas, realistically yet with a dose of humor.
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What is City of Men about?
The series is based on the award-winning Brazilian film City of God, which itself was nominated for Oscars in four categories, including Best Director for Fernando Meireles. Based on the story of two friends, Laranjinha and Acerola, who live adventurous and dangerous lives in a Rio de Janeiro slum, 'City of Men' brings into sharp relief the condition of children and adolescents in these areas, realistically yet with a dose of humor.
When was City of Men released?
City of Men was released on 15 October 2002.
How many episodes does City of Men have?
City of Men has 27 episodes across 6 seasons.
Who made City of Men?
City of Men was created by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles.
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Cast
- Douglas Silva as Luís Cláudio Cunha (Acerola)
- Darlan Cunha as Uólace da Silva (Laranjinha)
- Phellipe Haagensen as Madrugadão
- Jonathan Haagensen as Madrugadão
- Thiago Martins as João Victor
- Kikito Junqueira as Felipe (Favelado)
- Roberta Rodrigues as Sheila Pereira (Poderosa)
- Camila Monteiro as Cristiane de Souza
- Luan Pessoa as Davi Pereira da Silva
- Carlos Eduardo Jay as Clayton Cunha de Souza
- Graziella Moretto