Question 1

Why is Bus 174 considered a shocking portrait of violence and police incompetence?

Accepted Answer

The documentary depicts a 2000 bus hijacking in Rio de Janeiro, transmitted live on TV, with a tragic ending that highlights police abuse and incompetence.

Question 2

Which major international festivals featured Bus 174?

Accepted Answer

It was shown at CPH:DOX, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, São Paulo International Film Festival, International Film Festival Rotterdam, and Toronto International Film Festival.

Question 3

What connection does Bus 174 have to the film City of God?

Accepted Answer

Writer Bráulio Mantovani worked on both projects, and many media outlets compared the documentary to City of God.

Question 4

Who directed and produced Bus 174?

Accepted Answer

José Padilha served as director, writer, and producer, with Marcos Prado also as producer.

Question 5

What notable list includes Bus 174 as a must-see film?

Accepted Answer

It is included among the 1,001 Movies You Must See (Before You Die) (2014), edited by Steven Schneider.

Question 6

Why is Bus 174 considered a shocking portrait of violence and police incompetence?

Accepted Answer

It documents a 2000 bus hijacking in Rio de Janeiro, transmitted live on TV, ending tragically and highlighting police abuse and incompetence.

Question 7

Which festivals and awards recognized Bus 174?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at CPH:DOX, Karlovy Vary, São Paulo, Rotterdam, and Toronto film festivals, and won awards from Village Voice and Directors Guild of America.

Question 8

What connection does Bus 174 have to the film City of God?

Accepted Answer

Writer Bráulio Mantovani worked on both projects, and many media outlets compared the documentary to City of God.

Question 9

Who directed and wrote Bus 174?

Accepted Answer

José Padilha directed, produced, and co-wrote the documentary with Bráulio Mantovani.

Question 10

Is Bus 174 included in any notable film lists?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is among the 1,001 Movies You Must See (Before You Die) as edited by Steven Schneider in 2014.

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