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City of Men

Season 3 2004

  • 2004-09-25T01:00:00Z on Rede Globo
  • 30m
  • 2h 30m (5 episodes)
  • Brazil
  • Portuguese
  • Drama
The series is based on the award-winning Brazilian film City of God, which itself was nominated for Oscars in four categories, including Best Director for Fernando Meireles. Based on the story of two friends, Laranjinha and Acerola, who live adventurous and dangerous lives in a Rio de Janeiro slum, 'City of Men' brings into sharp relief the condition of children and adolescents in these areas, realistically yet with a dose of humor.

5 episodes

Season Premiere

2004-09-25T01:00:00Z

3x01 A Estréia

Season Premiere

3x01 A Estréia

  • 2004-09-25T01:00:00Z30m

When Acerola's mother goes out of town for the weekend and leaves him without a chaperone, the boys become swinging bachelors and vow to practice their romantic skills with some local girls. Will their Saturday night soiree turn out to be the love fest they envisioned?

2004-10-02T01:00:00Z

3x02 Foi Sem Querer

3x02 Foi Sem Querer

  • 2004-10-02T01:00:00Z30m

When Laranjinha romances a pretty girl who just so happens to have a boyfriend, he ticks off her jealous beau and has to enlist Acerola for protection. Meanwhile, the boys try their hand at a small business to raise money for the favela's community center.

2004-10-09T01:00:00Z

3x03 Vacilo É Um Só

3x03 Vacilo É Um Só

  • 2004-10-09T01:00:00Z30m

Learning about the breeding habits of tiny ants in school prompts Laranjinha, Acerola and their classmates to think big about their own sexuality. Meanwhile, Acerola strives to stay out of trouble by spending the day with the leader of the favela's community association.

2004-10-16T01:00:00Z

3x04 Hip Sampa Hop

3x04 Hip Sampa Hop

  • 2004-10-16T01:00:00Z30m

When Laranjinha's cousin announces he's taking a trip to São Paulo, Laranjinha and Acerola decide to tag along. Once there, they discover the city's vibrant hip-hop scene and become immersed in the culture -- and the drama that goes along with it.

Season Finale

2004-10-23T01:00:00Z

3x05 Pais e Filhos

Season Finale

3x05 Pais e Filhos

  • 2004-10-23T01:00:00Z30m

When Laranjinha and Acerola apply for social security at work, it prompts thoughts about their futures and jump-starts Laranjinha's quest for his own "lost" father. Will he find the paternal figure he's been looking for?

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