Häufig gestellte Fragen (FAQ) for
Cidade de Deus (2002)

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Yes. Cidade de Deus [trans: City of God is a 1997 novel by Brazilian Paulo Lins.

The answer is quite simply, yes. Although this was merely a snap-shot at part of Brazilian life that was unstable. Most places around the world have places like that. Although Brazil has millions living in poverty, it is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Unfortunately, the disparity between rich and poor is tremendous. The richest 1% owns over 10% of Brazil's wealth. The northern part of the country (responsible for agriculture) is the main area affected by poverty. The south is mainly composed of middle and upper class, although most cities have certain areas similar to City of God, albeit not as dangerous.

Comando Vermelho (Red Command). Comando Vermelho is nothing more than a criminal organization and has no more political power in Brazil than the mafia has in the U.S.