A member of the faxina opens a door that leads to the tranca. The faxina is responsible for searching the other prisoners' personal belongings for contraband, leading to a strained relationship between the groups.

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A prisoner in the tranca hides his face. His arms are tattooed with dedications to his son Gabriel and his mother Luzinete.

Faxina members enjoy greater freedom to move about the prison premises and more comfortable accommodations, including mattresses, fans, video games and conjugal visits.

A prisoner in the overflowing tranca peers out from behind the prison bars. Lower-class Brazilians are well known for their resilience and good humor in the face of trying circumstances.