Tropical Utopia

(Utopia tropical)
João Amorim | Documentary

2023 | 78 minutes | Brazil

Chomsky and Amorim reflect on a century of Latin American history, exploring struggles, sovereignty, and visions for a more just, plural region.

Synopsis

Tropical Utopia, directed by João Amorim, is a thought-provoking documentary that examines the political and cultural forces that have shaped Latin America over the past century. Featuring in-depth commentary from renowned American linguist and political analyst Noam Chomsky and esteemed Brazilian diplomat Celso Amorim, the film challenges simplistic narratives and reframes the region’s complex history. Through sharp analysis and historical reflection, Tropical Utopia explores Latin America's civilizational proposals, struggles for sovereignty, and ongoing fight for justice and plurality. This documentary is an essential educational resource for understanding the continent’s past and envisioning a more equitable future.

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“The documentary shows how Brazil shifted gears towards the left of the political spectrum after the presidential election of activist Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.” – María Juliana Rodrigues Urbano, The Graduate Press - La Gazette de la Paix

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Festivals

Portugal Indie Film Festival - Best Documentary; FIFDH International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights of Geneva; Rio International Film Festival; Sao Paulo International Film Festival; La Habana International Film Festival; Madrid Indie Film Festival; Europe Independent Movie Festival; Seattle Film Festival

DIRECTOR: João Amorim

NATIONALITY: Brazil

YEAR: 2023

GENRE: Documentary

LANGUAGE: English; Portuguese

COLOR / B&W: Color

GRADE LEVEL: High School, College, Adult

SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE

AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE

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