Behave

About This Movie

So, 'Behave' is this raw look at the juvenile justice system in Rio. Maria Ramos spends time with these kids, all tangled up in their world of crime and survival. The atmosphere is heavy; you feel the weight of their choices and the laws that bound them. It's intriguing how they use actors to replace the real kids, casting a shadow over the whole thing. The pacing kind of mirrors real life, slow and intense, filled with moments that just hang there. Themes of poverty, violence and the struggle for identity pop up throughout. The performances, though not traditional, are powerful in their own right. It’s not your typical documentary, and that's what makes it stand out.

Candid look at juvenile justiceUnique use of actors for anonymityIntense atmosphere and pacing