Babilônia 2000
Babilônia 2000

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Babilônia 2000

2001
Movie
80 min
Portuguese

Documentary on poor people living in a slum in Rio de Janeiro, on the occasion of New Year's Eve of 1999.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Director: Fatih AkinGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the intertwined lives of three characters in Hamburg: a Turkish hitman, a lonely prostitute, and a former boxer. Their paths cross in a dark underbelly of the city, revealing a desperate struggle for survival and a quest for redemption amidst crime and violence.

Critical Reception

Babilônia 2000 received praise for its gritty realism, intense atmosphere, and strong performances, though some critics found its bleakness and violence to be overwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, unflinching portrayal of urban decay and crime.

  • Noted for the compelling performances of its lead actors.

  • Some found the film's narrative disjointed and its tone excessively grim.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Fatih Akin, the director, is known for his explorations of Turkish-German identity and the immigrant experience, often setting his films in gritty urban environments like Hamburg.

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