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201777 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Escolas em Luta

201777 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

High school students in Brazil mobilize against a government decree that mandates the closure of 94 schools, organizing protests to defend their education.

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Tiago Tambelli,

Rodrigo T. Marques,

Eduardo Consonni

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High school students in Brazil mobilize against a government decree that mandates the closure of 94 schools, organizing protests to defend their education.

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Tiago Tambellidirector

Rodrigo T. Marquesdirector

Eduardo Consonnidirector

Carlos Magalhaeswriter

Eduardo Consonniwriter

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High school students in São Paulo, Brazil, respond to a government decree that orders the closure of 94 public schools. They organize protests and demonstrations to oppose the decision. The film follows their efforts to secure their right to education and protect their communities. It captures the challenges they face and their determination to fight against the state's actions. Directed by Tiago Tambelli, Escolas em Luta presents a vivid account of youth activism in a conservative environment.

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