The Sandpit Generals

Also known as The Wild Pack, The Defiant, Capitães da Areia, Xypolitoi stratigoi, Los generales de la arena

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.