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201052 minPGdocumentary

A Revolta

201052 minPGdocumentary

More than 56,000 plots of land were titled following Brazil's only successful armed agrarian uprising, the Revolta dos Posseiros.

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João Marcelo Gomes,

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More than 56,000 plots of land were titled following Brazil's only successful armed agrarian uprising, the Revolta dos Posseiros.

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João Marcelo Gomesdirector

Aly Muritiba

Aly Muritibadirector

João Marcelo Gomeswriter

Aly Muritiba

Aly Muritibawriter

Helmuth Kaminskycast

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In Brazil, the Revolta dos Posseiros marked a turning point in agrarian reform. This armed uprising, which took place in the late 20th century, resulted in the titling of over 56,000 plots of land. A Revolta presents various perspectives on this significant event, which ended years of intense land disputes. The documentary features testimonies from participants and experts, providing a comprehensive look at the uprising's impact on land ownership and social justice in Brazil.

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