

Apocalypse in the Tropics
2025-07-03 · 109 min · ★ 7.3
Through deep examination, this documentary from Oscar nominee Petra Costa explores the profound impact of evangelism on Brazil's political landscape.
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Production details
- Directors
- Petra Costa
- Production companies
- Impact Partners, Busca Vida Filmes, Plan B Entertainment, Play/Action Pictures, Luminate, Peri Productions, Doc Society
- Countries
- Brazil, United States of America, United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Silas MalafaiaSelf
Elizete MalafaiaSelf
Jair BolsonaroSelf
Luiz Inácio Lula da SilvaSelf
Petra CostaSelf
Alexandre de MoraesSelf
Cabo DacioloSelf
Damares AlvesSelf
Eduardo BolsonaroSelf
Sérgio MoroSelf
Magno MaltaSelf
Gleisi HoffmannSelf
Geraldo AlckminSelf
Rosângela Lula da SilvaSelf
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