Because of my critical nature, I approach a new film that everyone is raving about with some degree of dread. If I like it, as was the case with "Central Brasil" (Central Station) and "Cidade do Deus" (City of God), I am filled with the relief that comes with consensus, with not having to go against the tide.
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Rich and Talented! On any scale. written by Guest,
May 02, 2005
It was only last night i watched the DVD of "City of God" And found this article quite timely. If not for my many trips to Brasil, I would be quite terrified to visit Rio. The reality I have found is quite different and this film tells a selective view of the place. We watched intently from our sofa in central England and given we had to read the subtitles found the quality and performances intriging, captivating to say the least, and most importantly as good as any hollywood film of a similar genre. I wont say i liked or disliked it, i think thats obvious, but will add that it enhanced my understanding of Brasil as another place with hugely talented individuals creating and expressing themseves.
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... written by Guest,
May 05, 2005
With reference to the above I think many people fail to realise (all the film clearly states it) that City of God is set in the past (60's and 80's) and Rio is a very different place now.
For some reason people seem to think its a contemporary reflection of Rio which is silly.
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... written by Guest,
May 18, 2005
Whether such films are a contemporary reflection or not, Rio is one of the more violent and dangerous cities in the world. I travel all over the world and I have had no fear in those places. Everyone told me "Rio gets a bad rap, don't believe it." But then I got robbed by six individuals on a public beach while other people watched. I have to be honest, after visiting a number of cities in Brazil a number of times, and big cities all over the world, Rio is a different culture of violence and crime than I have seen anywhere else. You do have to be more careful and really blend in. I was doing a pretty good job, dressed like Brazilians dress, talking Portuguese, and it still happened, so I think it is important not to mislead people.
On the other hand, the author's comments on art criticism are right on point. It is interesting how personally invested people become in their artistic opinions. Well stated.
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July 29, 2005
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Im impressed. Youre truly well informed and very intelligent. You wrote something that people could understand and made the subject intriguing for everyone. Im saving this for future use.
Because of my critical nature, I approach a new film that everyone is raving about with some degree of dread. If I like it, as was the case with "Central Brasil" (Central Station) and "Cidade do Deus" (City of God), I am filled with the relief that comes with consensus, with not having to go against the tide. 
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