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Music documentary

Favela on Blast (2008): Cast

Favela on Blast (2008) movie poster

Favela on Blast is a 2008 music documentary directed by Leandro HBL, starring Diplo, Carlos Machado and Mr. Catra. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes.

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Favela on Blast (2008) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Leandro HBL
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Favela on Blast About?

The premise of Favela on Blast without spoilers.

For two decades a hidden Brazilian subculture has thrived around funk carioca—a blend of 1980s American electronic funk, Miami bass and Brazilian rhythms. Born in Rio’s favelas, Baile Funk combines raw, bombastic beats with rap in local slang. The documentary follows its creators, showing sex, love, poverty, pride and the language, style and heroes of Rio’s marginalized communities.

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Cast & crew

Favela on Blast Cast

Diplo leads the cast, with Carlos Machado and Mr. Catra. Directed by Leandro HBL; 9 actors are credited in all.

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FAQ

Favela on Blast FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Favela on Blast, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Favela on Blast?

Favela on Blast runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was Favela on Blast released?

Favela on Blast was released in 2008.

Who directed Favela on Blast?

Favela on Blast was directed by Leandro HBL.

Who is in the cast of Favela on Blast?

Favela on Blast stars Diplo, Carlos Machado and Mr. Catra, among 9 credited actors.

Does Favela on Blast have a post-credit scene?

No. Favela on Blast has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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