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Deep Dive: Vidas Barradas (2020)

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Vidas Barradas
Vidas Barradas recounts the collapse of the bean dam at Mineradora Vale in Brumadinho, Brazil, which resulted in one of the largest mining tailings disasters in the country's history. The film presents a detailed account of the events leading up to the dam failure, the immediate response from authorities, and the long-term effects on the local community and environment. It emphasizes the human and ecological toll of industrial negligence. Through personal stories and expert insights, the documentary illustrates the ongoing repercussions for the region and the families affected. It calls for accountability and reform in mining practices, making the case for the need to address the systemic issues that led to this tragedy.

Why Watch

  • •See the impact of the Brumadinho dam collapse on families.
  • •Find out about the environmental consequences of mining negligence.
  • •Meet the people affected by the disaster in Brumadinho.

Did You Know

•The Brumadinho dam collapse occurred in January 2019.
•Vidas Barradas has a runtime of 80 minutes.
•The film was directed by Jeff Silva.
•The disaster is considered one of the largest mining tailings disasters in Brazil's history.

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Mining industry accountabilityEnvironmental disastersBrazilian history