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The Sandpit Generals (1972)

The Sandpit Generals (1972)

Drama
Release Date: 1972, August 8
Directors: Hall Bartlett
Countries: United States of America
Production: Hall Bartlett Productions, Hall Bartlett Productions
Cast: John Rubinstein, Alejandro Rey, Butch Patrick, Dorival Caymmi, William Hobson, Peter Nielsen, Eliana Pittman, Tisha Sterling, Aloysio de Oliveira, Kent Lane, Marisa Urban, Mark de Vries

Overview:

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.