Apocalypse in the Tropics

Apocalypse in the Tropics

Release Date: 2025-07-03

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.

Rating: 7.58 / 10

Crew

  • Petra Costa - Director

  • Alessandra Orofino - Producer

  • David Barker - Editor

  • Dede Gardner - Executive Producer

  • Jeremy Kleiner - Executive Producer

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