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Bróder
1media/IMG_1619_thumb.jpeg2024-04-26T20:41:28-07:00Junelle Wong8d1f6c3acbdafc296971f1f7b4bce983e603b661393213Film poster of Bróderplain2024-04-26T23:08:39-07:002011-22.0397646,-45.565417Junelle Wong8d1f6c3acbdafc296971f1f7b4bce983e603b661
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1media/IMG_1619.jpeg2024-04-26T20:32:48-07:00Bróder Film(2011)7The film Bróder by Jeferson De.plain2024-04-26T23:03:25-07:00"Bróder" offers a poignant portrayal of the realities faced by Black males in São Paulo's periferia, shedding light on systemic racism and social marginalization. The film delves into the characters' experiences with oppression, illustrating the challenges of navigating poorly constructed communities lacking adequate resources for sustenance and livelihoods beyond illicit activities like drug dealing or exotic dancing. Despite these hardships, the sense of community prevails as exemplified by instances such as Macu's mother's unwavering support despite her religious convictions and the athlete's gesture of treating his friends to a night of luxury at the club. Through shared experiences, the characters find solace and understanding, fostering compassion amidst adversity. "Bróder" paints a nuanced portrait of resilience and camaraderie amidst urban landscapes marked by social and economic disparities, underscoring the enduring pride and presence of the periferia community.