Apocalypse in the Tropics review – how Brazilian politics succumbed to rightwing fundamentalism
The GuardianWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:00:50 PM
Petra Costa’s documentary Apocalypse in the Tropics paints a disturbing picture of how Brazil’s political landscape has been hijacked by right-wing evangelical leaders. The film exposes the cozy relationship between politicians and fundamentalist Christian groups, complete with American-style prayer breakfasts and a fixation on apocalyptic prophecies. Costa doesn’t spoon-feed conclusions—instead, she leaves viewers to grapple with whether Brazil’s democracy can survive this unsettling shift.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Brazil—it’s a warning. When religious extremism seeps into the halls of power, it can reshape democracy itself. The documentary matters because it shows how easily ideology can eclipse governance, and it forces us to ask: How far is too far before a country’s political soul is irreversibly changed?
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