Favela Rising
"Their music fueled a movement. His message fought a war."
Originally released in 2005. Favela Rising is a documentary film. directed by Jeff Zimbalist. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Andre Luis Azevedo, José Júnior, and Michele Moraes
Synopsis
A man emerges from the slums of Rio to lead the nonviolent cultural movement known as Afro-reggae.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Brazil
+ 1 more
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Sidetrack Films
- All Rise Films
- Stealth Creations
- VOY Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Favela Rising about?
A man emerges from the slums of Rio to lead the nonviolent cultural movement known as Afro-reggae.
Who directed Favela Rising?
Favela Rising was directed by Jeff Zimbalist.
How long is Favela Rising?
Favela Rising has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Favela Rising released?
Favela Rising was released on April 24, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Favela Rising?
The main cast of Favela Rising includes Andre Luis Azevedo, José Júnior, Michele Moraes, Anderson Sa, Zuenir Ventura.