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Military Authoritarianism

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Marighella

2012100 min0documentary

6.4/ 10(16 ratings)• TMDB

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Over 30 years, Carlos Marighella became a key figure in Brazil's left-wing resistance against the military dictatorship, known for his revolutionary strategies.

Military Authoritarianism

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Isa Grinspum Ferraz

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Over 30 years, Carlos Marighella became a key figure in Brazil's left-wing resistance against the military dictatorship, known for his revolutionary strategies.

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Carlos Marighella, a key figure in Brazil's resistance against military dictatorship, is the focus of this documentary. It details his life from the 1930s until his assassination in 1969. Marighella, a communist leader and parliamentarian, became known for his militant opposition to the regime. His book, the 'Minimanual of the Urban Guerrilla', outlines his strategies for revolutionary action. Archival footage and expert commentary provide context to his role as a symbol of leftist activism during a turbulent period in Brazilian history.

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Meet Carlos Marighella, Brazil's symbol of left-wing resistance.
See archival footage from Brazil's military dictatorship.
Find out about Marighella's revolutionary strategies.

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Carlos Marighella was arrested and tortured during the Brazilian military dictatorship.
The film covers political events in Brazil from the 1930s to 1969.
Marighella authored the 'Minimanual of the Urban Guerrilla' outlining his strategies.

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Brazilian historyPolitical activismUrban guerrilla warfare

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Who was Carlos Marighella?

Carlos Marighella was a prominent communist and parliamentarian leader in Brazil known for his resistance against the Brazilian military dictatorship.

What is the 'Minimanual of the Urban Guerrilla'?

The 'Minimanual of the Urban Guerrilla' is a work by Carlos Marighella that outlines his revolutionary strategies and philosophies.

What year was Carlos Marighella arrested?

Carlos Marighella was arrested and tortured during the 1960s, becoming a symbol of left-wing militancy in Brazil.

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