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Favela Rising
2005·Movie
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An , documentary: , but never scary, .
Good for family movie night · friends night · teens
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Their music fueled a movement. His message fought a war.
A man emerges from the slums of Rio to lead the nonviolent cultural movement known as Afro-reggae.
Social Justice DocumentaryGrassroots MovementBrazilian FavelasCommunity EmpowermentMusic as ActivismInspirationalSocio-PoliticalHopeful NarrativeBiographical Elements
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Is Favela Rising worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Favela Rising rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Favela Rising?
1 h 22 min
Favela Rising runs 1 h 22 min.
Will Favela Rising make me laugh?
Serious
No. It plays it straight.
Is Favela Rising plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and dialogue centrality more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch Favela Rising?
Easy watchDemanding
Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.
Is Favela Rising good for date night?
and 3 moreFamily Movie NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational
It's better for a family night. Our viewing guide lists it for families, and it also works for couples.
Will Favela Rising scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching Favela Rising?
BleakHopeful
Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.
Is Favela Rising based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Favela Rising?
Critics67
Audiences68
Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see Favela Rising much the same way.
What language is Favela Rising in?
EnglishPortuguese
It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in Brazil, United States.