Apocalypse in the Tropics

2025 1h 49m ★7.3

Documentary

Apocalypse in the Tropics

This movie is "Apocalypse in the Tropics" and story line : 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 countryâ€™s top political leaders, including President Lula and former president Bolsonaro, as well as to Brazilâ€™s most famous televangelist: a magnetic pastor who aspires to play puppet master to the far-right leader.

Release Date July 3, 2025

Runtime 1h 49m

Country Brazil, United States of America, United Kingdom

Language Portuguese

Director Petra Costa

Category Documentary

Rating 7.3 / 10 (TMDb)

Year 2025