The Sandpit Generals (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1972, The Sandpit Generals is a drama film directed by Hall Bartlett, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s 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’s in it. The Sandpit Generals stars Kent Lane as Bullet, Tisha Sterling as Dora, Mark de Vries as Dry Turn and Butch Patrick as No Legs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Sandpit Generals has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sandpit Generals page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sandpit Generals tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sandpit Generals (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sandpit Generals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sandpit Generals worth watching?
- The Sandpit Generals holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sandpit Generals?
- The Sandpit Generals stars Kent Lane, Tisha Sterling, Mark de Vries, Butch Patrick and John Rubinstein.
- When was The Sandpit Generals released?
- The Sandpit Generals was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.