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202653 minPG-13current-affairs

The Truth About Bolsonaro

202653 minPG-13current-affairs

Jair Bolsonaro's presidency in Brazil amplified a conservative faction that challenges global norms on environmental protection, human rights, and public health.

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The Truth About Bolsonaro

2026• 53 minPG-13

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Jair Bolsonaro's presidency in Brazil amplified a conservative faction that challenges global norms on environmental protection, human rights, and public health.

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Jair Bolsonaro's presidency marked a significant shift in Brazilian politics, as his 2018 election amplified the voice of a conservative faction that had long been marginalized. Known as "The Myth" to his supporters, Bolsonaro's leadership is characterized by a rejection of established norms regarding environmental protection, human rights, and public health. This documentary examines the implications of his hardline policies and the polarized reactions they provoke, highlighting the ongoing tensions within Brazil's democratic framework. Directed by Ingrid Piponiot and Laetitia Rossi, the film is produced by Babel Doc and Stéphanie Lebrun.

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