Asphalt Angels

When he's left to fend for himself on the busy streets of Rio de Janeiro, thirteen-year-old Alex quickly learns that survival means joining a loose band of other street children. Together they navigate the city's gritty challenges, from finding food and shelter to avoiding danger, while Alex wrestles with his own desire for a brighter future. The story follows his gradual adaptation and the complex bonds he forms in a world where every day is a test of resilience.