Warrior of Light
Sep 13, 2001 · 1h 31m
Director
Monika TreutOverview
A feature-length documentary on Yvonne Bezerra de Mello, award-winning artist and human-rights activist who has gained international recognition for her work with street children in Rio. The film recounts how a woman turned her back on a wealthy lifestyle, driven into action by the execution of 8 streetkids by military police in 1993. In subsequent years Yvonne's struggle to better the lives of endangered and abandoned children has led her to found "Projeto Uere" ("Children of Light") a radical project committed to protection and education of kids who live in the streets and slums of Rio which has brought her into conflict with Brazil's wealthy elite.
Cast of Warrior of Light
Crew of Warrior of Light
About Warrior of Light
What is Warrior of Light about?
A feature-length documentary on Yvonne Bezerra de Mello, award-winning artist and human-rights activist who has gained international recognition for her work with street children in Rio. The film recounts how a woman turned her back on a wealthy lifestyle, driven into action by the execution of 8 streetkids by military police in 1993. In subsequent years Yvonne's struggle to better the lives of…
When was Warrior of Light released?
Warrior of Light was released on September 13, 2001.
How long is Warrior of Light?
Warrior of Light runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
Who directed Warrior of Light?
Warrior of Light was directed by Monika Treut.
Who is in the cast of Warrior of Light?
The cast of Warrior of Light includes Yvonne Bezerra de Mello (Herself) and Álvaro Bezerra de Mello (Himself).