The Sandpit Generals
1971 · Movie · 102 min. · United States
Inspired by the classic novel by Brazilian cultural icon Jorge Amado, this is the story of a gang of homeless children lead by Pedro Bala. Set in Bahia, the film follows the adventures of Bala's gang of under aged outlaws as they steal, rape, find love, "capoeira" (a Brazilian form of martial arts) and African-Brazilian religion.
Direction Hall Bartlett
Cast Juarez Santalvo · Freddie Gedeon · Ademir Da Silva · Guilherme Lamounier · Eliana Pittman · Dorival Caymmi · Peter Nielsen · Mark De Vries · Butch Patrick · John Rubinstein · Tisha Sterling · Kent Lane · Alejandro Rey
Screenplay Hall Bartlett · Jorge Amado
Cinematography Ricardo Aronovich
Original title The Sandpit Generals (The Wild Pack)
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Not rated (FilmAffinity)
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