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202180 minPG-13documentary

Authoritarianism Corruption

Golpe de Ouro

202180 minPG-13documentary

Millions were collected during the "Gold for Brazil" campaign, but none were returned to society after the 1964 coup.

Authoritarianism Corruption

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Millions were collected during the "Gold for Brazil" campaign, but none were returned to society after the 1964 coup.

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Chaim Litewskidirector

Chaim Litewskiwriter

Rachmiel Litewskiwriter

Chaim Litewskicast

Eliane Giardini

Eliane Giardinicast

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In 1964, Brazil experienced a military coup that led to the establishment of a repressive regime. Diários Associados, a major media conglomerate, launched the "Gold for Brazil" campaign, urging citizens to donate their wealth to support the new government. The campaign's emblem, a wedding ring, symbolized the bond between the populace and the State. Golpe de Ouro traces the millions raised through this initiative, revealing how these funds were never reinvested into society.

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