Step into the heart of 1930s Salvador, Bahia, in Capitães da Areia (Captains of the Sands), the 2011 critically acclaimed Brazilian drama-adventure directed by Cecília Amado and Guy Gonçalves, based on the timeless novel by literary icon Jorge Amado.
This powerful film tells the gripping story of a gang of street children — the “Captains of the Sands” — surviving in the bustling port city. Orphaned and marginalized, these young souls navigate poverty, crime, love, and dreams in the face of a harsh and divided society.
🎬 Starring: Jean Amorim, Ana Graciela, Roberio Lima 🎥 Directed by: Cecília Amado, Guy Gonçalves ✍ Written by: Cecília Amado, Jorge Amado, Hilton Lacerda
🌍 Why Watch This Movie?
Based on one of Brazil’s most influential novels.
A moving blend of adventure, drama, and social realism.
Authentic portrayal of Brazilian street life and culture.
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