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Manda Bala

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Manda Bala (2007)

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Reviews Counted:14

Fresh:13

Rotten:1

Average Rating:8.3/10

Consensus: The exciting and fast-paced documentary Manda Bala shows many sides of Brazil -- from the humorous and upbeat to the violent and disturbing.

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 85 mins

Genre: Education/General Interest

Theatrical Release:Aug 17, 2007 Limited

Synopsis: In Brazil, known as one of the world's most corrupt and violent countries, MANDA BALA follows a politician who uses a frog farm to steal billions of dollars, a wealthy businessman who spends a... In Brazil, known as one of the world's most corrupt and violent countries, MANDA BALA follows a politician who uses a frog farm to steal billions of dollars, a wealthy businessman who spends a small fortune bulletproofing his cars, and a plastic surgeon who reconstructs the ears of mutilated kidnapping victims. --© Sundance Film Festival [More]

Director: Jason Kohn

Director: Jason Kohn
Producer: Jason Kohn, Jared Ian Goldman, Joey Frank
Studio: Slowhand Cinema

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Sam N.11/23/09
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DanBaker11/18/09
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Kristopher L.9/17/09
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Manda Bala provides a rancid view point of the multi-levels of crime in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and... More
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For one the soundtrack of this movie is so *****ing good it makes your head spin.Beyond that it's... More
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(***): This is one strange but fascinating/intriguing documentary. Check it out if you can. More
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Pretty darn good flick that made me not want to visit Brazil anymore. Not that anyone would be... More
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How are frog farms and ear replacement surgery connected in Brazil? I am glad you asked... The... More
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