The Sandpit Generals

The Sandpit Generals

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Status

Released

Release Date

Aug 8, 1972

Runtime

1h 42m

Genres

Drama

User Score

58%

Original Title

The Sandpit Generals

Production Companies

Hall Bartlett Productions

Director

Hall Bartlett

Description

Inspired by the classic novel by Brazilian cultural icon Jorge Amado, this is the story of a gang of homeless children lead by Pedro Bala. Set in Bahia, the film follows the adventures of Bala's gang of under aged outlaws as they steal, rape, find love, "capoeira" (a Brazilian form of martial arts) and African-Brazilian religion.