A Fantástica Fábrica de Golpes

A must-see film to understand Brazilian society and its contradictions. The film is engaging and depicts, with impressive accuracy, the dangerous dark clouds of fascism coming not only in Brazil but all over the world.

Directors Victor Fraga and Valnei Nunes have done a great job exposing the media's influence on political upheaval in Brazil. Firstly they focus on the role of TV Globo, the most important TV channel in Brazil, owned by the late media mogul Roberto Marinho and his family, playing in supporting and influencing the coup d'état of 1964 that led to the overthrow of President João Goulart by members of the Brazilian Armed Forces, with the backing of the United States government. They expand this disturbing narrative to encompass the more recent coup d'état which led to the overthrow of Lula's political successor Dilma Rouseff in 2006.

A documentary that denounces what the TV Globo machine can destroy in its eagerness to control the course of the country. One of the most important documentaries in the recent history of Brazil.

It is a film that reflects the moment we live in, that of the power of certain media outlets where democratic values are corrupted and destroyed. And, that factory of coups called Globo that sought to defend the dark interests of the "elite".

This documentary allows us to reflect on how the backstage of power works to manipulate, control and change the course of history.

Interviews with great personalities from the recent history of Brazil, people who have lived through other coups and their perspectives on this assault on Brazilian democracy. A must see.

Really enjoyed watching this movie. Very important! And could not come at greater poignant time. I was unaware of Brazils political structures and fundamental corruption caused by the right wing, almost fascist ideology of Bolsanaro. As I write this, even now similar scenarios of Trump throwing his toys out of the pram when America finally voted against him are line to Bolsanario.. One could say Trump is a saint in comparison.. Well, at least Lula is back! Hope for the Brazilian population that peace can be restored, away from a government injecting ideas of violence and hatred toward it's own people.

For many of us here in the West, this film will serve as a strong document about what occurs Brazil. And with the recent election of Lula, the film is even more necessary, as it allows the viewers to engage with the local citizens, eyeing their interests in a style that is taut, intelligent, and deeply lyrical. Best of all, the film boasts a sultry vocal interpolation from co-director Victor Fraga, who smoulders through scene after scene to come up with an engaging narrative style that recalls the voiceovers of Terry Wogan. Only time will tell if this veers beyond the festival circuit, but it's definitely deserving of a wide viewership.

A must-see movie, that reveals how devilishly a government was overthrown in Brazil.

An unmissable film, which reveals how diabolically the government was overthrown in Brazil. With a clear, direct dialogue that is alarming because it unmasks important institutions and public figures. Also, gains strength with a bias of standing applause!

With a realistic approach and with a fundamental guideline for the understanding of history, political events and their impacts and consequences on the lives of many people. A film that marks a story of corruption and revels relentlessly never to happen again: as a cry for help against brainwashing!