Rio Breaks
Originally released in 2009. Rio Breaks is a documentary film. directed by Justin Mitchell. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
RIO BREAKS is more than just a film about surfing. It follows the story of two best friends, Fabio and Naama, as they navigate their way between the pitfalls of life in the slums and the joys of surfing on their favorite beach. Their goal: to win the contest and become professional surfers. Thirteen-year-old Fabio and 12-year-old Naama live at Favela do Pavao, an enormous slum near Arpoador Beach, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Pavao is home to Commando Vermelho (CV), or Red Command, one of Rio's most heavily armed drug gangs. It's the Red Command who sets the rules and regulates life in the community. Their presence is ubiquitous, with armed soldiers constantly patrolling the hills and regulating the various points of sale. Fabio lives in an area of the favela called Vietnam, the poorest and most violent part of the slum.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 21, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Breaks about?
RIO BREAKS is more than just a film about surfing. It follows the story of two best friends, Fabio and Naama, as they navigate their way between the pitfalls of life in the slums and the joys of su...
Who directed Rio Breaks?
Rio Breaks was directed by Justin Mitchell.
How long is Rio Breaks?
Rio Breaks has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Rio Breaks released?
Rio Breaks was released on September 21, 2009 in theaters.