BBC: Faces of the favelas with JR

by Eugene Kan, June 18, 2009

faces of the favelas jr BBC: Faces of the favelas with JR

The man responsible for bringing to the forefront the decrepit conditions experienced by many people living in Brazil’s favelas, the BBC through audio and photography feature the initiative of French artist JR. As well as hearing JR’s own personal words, a number of first-hand accounts from residents that live and experience the favelas lifestyle are heard as they outline the importance of JR’s work.

Photography: Photography by Helen Clegg
Source: Arrested Motion

4 Responses

  1. Posted by: Gamit on June 26, 2009 at 6:39 pm

    Why don´t you two READ the TITLE before saying anything.

  2. Posted by: Andy on June 19, 2009 at 12:51 am

    Have you seen any of the photo project?…..

  3. Posted by: scipio on June 18, 2009 at 3:06 pm

    four story buildings are not very favela-like…

    this may pass for a ghetto in nyc, but it would be high society in rocinha or providencia…

  4. Posted by: Super Black on June 18, 2009 at 8:27 am

    Im Sorry dudes. but this is not a Favela. Favela is so bad. so bad!
    xxx