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7.4 out of 10

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  • Summary: The relationship between the middle classes and the slums in Rio de Janeiro is illuminated through an examination of two persons who are almost brothers.

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  1. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Stephen Holden
    70
    Despite being edited in a style that jarringly blurs the past and the present by switching from one to the other without preparation, Almost Brothers is strong stuff.
  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Eddie Cockrell
    50
    Unfortunately, Murat's decision to jump back and forth in time makes the film hard to follow for even the most committed viewer.

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  1. ClaussiusP.
    10
    This movie shown to the world the real Brasil, were the slavery isn't finish, it only change his face. Now the slavery joint blacks, white, indians and all the poor people who live in favela (guetto), while the rich people, bad politics and police make money with blood and sorrow from childrens and oldies.… Expand
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  2. MariaV.
    10
    Great film.
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  3. RafaelR.
    9
    It is an excellent movie with beautiful cinematography and editing. The story is an interesting spin on the Brazilian favela/prison genre, with a storyline intertwined between idealistic politica vs. the reality of social unequality.… Expand
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