Bus 174
“Reality transcends fiction”
DocumentaryCrime
On 12 June 2000, in Rio de Janeiro, Ônibus 174 was taken by an armed young man, threatening to kill all the passengers. Transmitted live on all national networks, this shocking and tragic event became one of violence's most shocking portraits, and one of the most terrifying examples of police incompetence and abuse in recent years.
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A harrowing, real-time descent into a desperate situation. The film feels immediate and raw, showcasing the chaos and incompetence that fueled a tragedy. It’s a deeply frustrating and unsettling watch, leaving you with a profound sense of unease.
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