Directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund, the 2002 Brazilian crime drama City of God is a critically acclaimed film depicting the rise of organized crime in Rio de Janeiro from the 1960s to the 1980s. Based on Paulo Lins' novel, the film is noted for its non-linear narrative, kinetic cinematography, and the use of non-professional actors to achieve a high degree of realism. For more details, visit IMDb . City of God (2002) - IMDb