City of Men
Directed by Paulo Morelli · 2007 ·
Is City of Men worth watching?
Yes. City of Men (2007) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (81%) responded more warmly than critics (73%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Cidade dos Homens La Cité des hommes シティ・オブ・メン 시티 오브 맨 人类之城 男人之城 Erkekler Şehri
Miramax Where to watch
- Paramount+
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (73/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (81%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (62/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is City of Men worth watching?
Yes — City of Men earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
The companion to City of God expands its world with humor and heart amid familiar brutality.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (81%) responded more warmly than critics (73%).
What is City of Men about?
Two best friends in a Rio favela confront fatherhood, gang pressure, and the possibility of escape before violence closes in.
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Critic Reviews
City of Men (2007) Review: Fatherhood Under Fire in Rio
★★★★☆
City of Men is Paulo Morelli's warm, tense favela drama about two best friends facing fatherhood and a gang war, a worthy companion to City of God.
Yes, with reservations. It is a heartfelt, gripping coming-of-age drama for anyone moved by City of God, though its plotting leans on coincidence and melodrama.
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City of Men: frequently asked questions
Is City of Men worth watching?
Yes. City of Men (2007) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch City of Men?
In the United States, City of Men streams on Paramount+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play, YouTube. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is City of Men?
City of Men runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
What is City of Men rated?
City of Men is rated R in the United States. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in City of Men?
City of Men is directed by Paulo Morelli and stars Douglas Silva, Darlan Cunha, Jonathan Haagensen.
What is the Metascore for City of Men?
Metacritic's Metascore for City of Men is 62 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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