The Sandpit Generals

Drama

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee

Director Hall Bartlett

Status Released

Release Date 1972-08-08

Storyline

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.