description Carandiru Overview
Carandiru is a 2003 drama depicting Dr. Drauzio Varella’s work at the Carandiru Penitentiary in São Paulo. Filmed on location at the prison prior to its 2002 demolition, it portrays his efforts as an AIDS/HIV specialist amidst escalating tensions leading up to the 1992 massacre. The film documents the events surrounding the deaths of 111 prisoners by police forces.
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info Carandiru Specifications
| Country | Argentina |
| Year | 2003 |
help Carandiru FAQ
Who directed Carandiru?
Brazilian director Hector Babenco directed the film, adapting it from Dr. Drauzio Varella's bestselling memoir 'Estação Carandiru.' Babenco was previously known for acclaimed films like 'Pixote' and the Oscar-winning 'Kiss of the Spider Woman.'
What was the 1992 Carandiru massacre depicted in the film?
On October 2, 1992, a riot at the Carandiru Penitentiary in São Paulo ended with military police storming the facility and killing 111 inmates. The film builds toward this event, dramatizing the escalating prison tensions that preceded it.
Was Carandiru filmed at the actual prison?
Yes, portions of the film were shot on location at the Carandiru Penitentiary before its scheduled demolition in 2002. This gave the production an authentic setting for depicting daily life inside what was once Latin America's largest prison complex.
What did Dr. Drauzio Varella do at Carandiru prison?
Dr. Drauzio Varella worked as a volunteer physician at Carandiru, focusing particularly on AIDS and HIV prevention and treatment among inmates. His years of medical service there formed the basis of his book, which chronicled the personal stories of prisoners he treated.
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