I saw "City of God" last night...

[HEyHEY]

I knew Rio was fucked up... but is it really fucked up to that extent?

[ugarte]

1. There are definite no-go zones in Rio

where cops fear to tread. And in many instances the cops are a gang in themselves, as bad or worse than the criminals, who, as in the movie, are armed to the teeth with automatic weapons, even RPGs.

[fertilizeonarbusto]

2. Yes

Sao Paulo is worse.

[HEyHEY]

5. Have you been?

Does it feel safe as a visitor?

[fertilizeonarbusto]

6. It can be

Get a travel guide, follow their directions. Some travel or security companies can provide you with a "minder." Get one and listen to what they say. Kidnapping is a major industry in Brazil.

[bahrbearian]

3. I watched "Begotten" Again!

[HEyHEY]

4. "again?" for the love of god why?