The Sandpit Generals
Synopsis
Inspired by the classic novel by Brazilian cultural icon Jorge Amado, this is the story of a gang of homeless children lead by Pedro Bala. Set in Bahia, the film follows the adventures of Bala's gang of under aged outlaws as they steal, rape, find love, "capoeira" (a Brazilian form of martial arts) and African-Brazilian religion.
Top Cast
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Kent Lane
Pedro Bala
Tisha Sterling
Dora
Mark de Vries
Dry Turn
Butch Patrick
No Legs
John Rubinstein
Professor
Juarez Santalvo
Freddie Gedeon
Almiro
Ademir Da Silva
João Grande
Guilherme Lamounier
Gato
Eliana Pittman
Dalvah
Dorival Caymmi
John Adam
Alejandro Rey
Fr. Jose Pedro
Aloysio de Oliveira
Chancellor
Lorrene Baker
Marisa Urban
Rich Woman
William Hobson
Rich Man
Marian Fraser
Chris Rodriquez
Release History & Theatrical Window
Moscow Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 8, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hall Bartlett
- Screenplay & Story
- Jorge Amado, Hall Bartlett
- Original Title
- The Sandpit Generals
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Hall Bartlett Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hall Bartlett
Jorge Amado, Hall Bartlett
Ricardo Aronovich
Marshall M. Borden
Department Leadership Roster
Hall Bartlett
Director
Ricardo Aronovich
Director of Photography
Marshall M. Borden
Editor
Hall Bartlett
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sandpit Generals
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What is The Sandpit Generals about?
Inspired by the classic novel by Brazilian cultural icon Jorge Amado, this is the story of a gang of homeless children lead by Pedro Bala. Set in Bahia, the film follows the adventures of Bala's gang of under aged outlaws as they steal, rape, find love, "capoeira" (a Brazilian form of martial arts) and African-Brazilian religion.
Who directed The Sandpit Generals?
The Sandpit Generals was directed by Hall Bartlett.
Who stars in The Sandpit Generals?
The principal cast of The Sandpit Generals includes Kent Lane, Tisha Sterling, Mark de Vries, Butch Patrick, John Rubinstein.
When was The Sandpit Generals released and how long is it?
The Sandpit Generals was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Is The Sandpit Generals based on a book or true story?
The Sandpit Generals is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jorge Amado".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sandpit Generals?
The Sandpit Generals holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).