Apocalypse in the Tropics
When does a democracy end and a theocracy begin? In Apocalypse in the Tropics, Petra Costa investigates the increasingly powerful grip Christian evangelical leaders hold over politics in Brazil. She gains extraordinary access to the country’s top political leaders, including President Lula and former president Bolsonaro, as well as to Brazil’s most famous televangelist: a magnetic pastor who aspires to play puppet master to the far-right leader.
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Apocalypse in the Tropics
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Aug 29, 2024
Runtime
1h 49m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
60%
Original Title
Apocalipse nos Trópicos
Production Companies
Impact Partners, Busca Vida Filmes, Plan B Entertainment, Play/Action Pictures, Luminate, Peri Productions
Director
Petra Costa
Description
When does a democracy end and a theocracy begin? In Apocalypse in the Tropics, Petra Costa investigates the increasingly powerful grip Christian evangelical leaders hold over politics in Brazil. She gains extraordinary access to the country’s top political leaders, including President Lula and former president Bolsonaro, as well as to Brazil’s most famous televangelist: a magnetic pastor who aspires to play puppet master to the far-right leader.
Cast
Crew
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