It’s projected that by 2030, the majority of the world’s population will reside in urban areas, posing significant challenges for city infrastructure. São Paulo, as the world’s fourth-largest city with a population exceeding 10 million, exemplifies these urban complexities.
A substantial portion of São Paulo’s inhabitants live in slums characterized by inadequate sanitation and high crime rates. Mayor Marta Suplicy has articulated a vision aimed at supporting those marginalized from the city’s benefits. However, the stark reality of urban life is evident on São Paulo’s streets, where immense wealth and abject poverty coexist in close proximity. Despite challenging living conditions, many are drawn to the city in pursuit of opportunities unavailable elsewhere.
This documentary sheds light on the dichotomy of urban life in São Paulo, highlighting the contrasts between affluence and poverty and examining the city’s efforts to address social exclusion amidst rapid urbanization.
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