Apocalypse in the Tropics
Apocalypse in the Tropics

Apocalypse in the Tropics

7.5
July 3, 2025
1h 49m

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.

Director

Petra Costa

Cast

Silas Malafaia

Silas Malafaia

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Elizete Malafaia

Elizete Malafaia

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Jair Bolsonaro

Jair Bolsonaro

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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

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Petra Costa

Petra Costa

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Alexandre de Moraes

Alexandre de Moraes

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Cabo Daciolo

Cabo Daciolo

Self