The Sandcastle Takeover (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2025, The Sandcastle Takeover is a documentary film directed by Ian Salmar, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. Located in the heart of University of São Paulo's School of Communication and Arts, the Prainha ('Little Beach') is the epicenter of students' artistic, cultural, political and social endeavors. But once the university demands its closure for structural and aesthetic renovations — a controversial project in and of itself —, the response is an outcry of mourning and frustration. The documentary explores different experiences from people whose work and passions were born in the history of the Prainha, and what are the hopes for the future of the space.
Who’s in it. The Sandcastle Takeover stars Monyca Feola as Monyca Feola, Paulinho Fluxus as Paulinho Fluxuz, Amanda Ferreira as Amanda and Caroline Peralta as Peralta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Sandcastle Takeover sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sandcastle Takeover page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sandcastle Takeover (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sandcastle Takeover change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sandcastle Takeover worth watching?
- The Sandcastle Takeover holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Sandcastle Takeover?
- The Sandcastle Takeover stars Monyca Feola, Paulinho Fluxus, Amanda Ferreira, Caroline Peralta and Takahara dos Santos.
- When was The Sandcastle Takeover released?
- The Sandcastle Takeover was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.