Apocalypse in the Tropics

Apocalypse in the Tropics - (2025)Released

Overview

When does a democracy end and a theocracy begin? 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.

Genres

Documentary

Production Countries

BrazilUnited States of AmericaUnited Kingdom

Production Companies

Impact PartnersBusca Vida FilmesPlan B EntertainmentPlay/Action PicturesLuminatePeri ProductionsDoc Society

Spoken Languages

EnglishPortuguês

Release Date

2025-07-03

Budget

N/A

Revenue

N/A

Runtime

109 minutes

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