Apocalypse in the Tropics
7.4 1h 50min
Apocalypse in the Tropics
In “Apocalypse in the Tropics,” Petra Costa delves into the blurred lines between democracy and theocracy, exploring the growing influence of Christian evangelical figures on Brazilian politics. She secures remarkable…
The Edge of Democracy
7.3 2h 1min
The Edge of Democracy
A cautionary tale for these times of democracy in crisis—the personal and political fuse to explore one of the most dramatic periods in Brazilian history. With unprecedented access to Presidents Dilma Rousseff and Lula da Silva, we witness their rise and fall and the tragically polarized nation that remains.
Elena
7.5 1h 20min
Elena
Elena, a young woman from Brazil, journeys to New York with aspirations similar to her mother’s—to pursue a career in acting. She leaves behind a childhood marked by secrecy during…