Storyville: Hijack Hell - Bus 174 11.20pm BBC2

[fozzybear]

Anybody else giving this watch tonight? I've heard some good things about it.

Documentary from Brazil recalling the dramatic hijacking of a bus during Rio de Janeiro's morning rush hour in June 2000, which was broadcast live on national television. Director Jose Padilha also explores the gunman's harrowing childhood and his struggles on the city's mean streets, questioning if he too was a victim of its class divide and poverty.

Starts on BBC2 in about 5 minutes. (11.20pm-1.10am). Might just be worth recording and watching at another time.

 

[KIA]

Not available on iPlayer.

 

[fozzybear]

Not available on iPlayer.

That's surprising.

It was actually a really thought provoking documentary. Brazil is a really beautiful but messed up place. The police come across as being totally out of control as well.

You can pick the DVD up online for under £4.