About this season
The series is based on the award-winning Brazilian film City of God, which itself was nominated for Oscars in four categories, including Best Director for Fernando Meireles. Based on the story of two friends, Laranjinha and Acerola, who live adventurous and dangerous lives in a Rio de Janeiro slum, 'City of Men' brings into sharp relief the condition of children and adolescents in these areas, realistically yet with a dose of humor.
Episodes (5)
1. A Fila
4.0Aired 18 November 2005 • 30 min
Laranjinha is hit by stray bullet during gang shoot-out. At the hospital, Acerola searches for him.
2. Tá Sobrando Mês
Aired 25 November 2005 • 30 min
Laranjinha and Acerola are hard pressed to earn money, but each one goes after it his own way.
3. Atração Fatal
Aired 2 December 2005 • 30 min
Laranjinha gets to work as a DJ in the community radio station. Meanwhile, a rebel girl from the asphalt gets involved with the local drug boss.
4. As Aparências Enganam
Aired 9 December 2005 • 30 min
Acerola runs into more trouble than he expected when taking care of a poodle.
5. Em Algum Lugar do Futuro
Aired 16 December 2005 • 30 min