Review of Favela Rising (2005) by Dani A — 03 Mar 2008

Amazing. uplifting and powerful. love that Jeff Zimbalist...

This review of Favela Rising (2005) was written by Dani A on 03 Mar 2008.

Favela Rising has generally received positive reviews.

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By Dan C (729) on 30 May 2008

Inspiring documentary about a group of people making a positive change in a Brazilian slum…

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By Nicola K (6) on 30 Apr 2007

It was quite honest, but I wouldn't watch it again…

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By Kc H (7) on 16 Sep 2007

I was hoping to hear more of afro-reggae music so was bit disappointed. However still compelling documentary…

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By Rich Cline (3,056) for Shadows on the Wall (2,096) on 05 Jun 2006

There's a raw, edgy power to this documentary, which takes a distinctly positive approach to a difficult situation…

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By Nikki J (131) on 22 Mar 2008

Great documentary filled with hope for an area that certainly needs it. I would HIGHLY recommend this film…

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By Liz N (39) on 06 Aug 2007

The story of Grupo Afro-Reggae that was started in Vigario Geral, one of the most violent slums of Rio de Janeiro in the mid-90s…

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By Christian S (431) on 30 Sep 2007

I just watched this movie and it was beautifully made, smart and uplifting. Can't recommend it enough…

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By Jon V (35) on 17 Nov 2007

My god some of the ppl on here are moronic this doco isnt about music in slums pull your head out of your ass and watch it again shezz! Just watch it…

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By Evgenia F (17) on 24 Aug 2008

Incredible response to structural and state violence. I haven't seen anything this inspiring in a long time…

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