Battle for the Xingu
Originally released in 2009. Battle for the Xingu is a documentary film. directed by Iara Lee. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The government-planned hydroelectric Belo Monte dam would be the world's third-largest and would displace tens of thousands of indigenous people and local farmers who depend upon the Xingu tributary of the Amazon for their way of life. In 2008 over 1,000 of them assembled for a summit in Altamira to protest this proposed dam.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Caipirinha Productions Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle for the Xingu about?
The government-planned hydroelectric Belo Monte dam would be the world's third-largest and would displace tens of thousands of indigenous people and local farmers who depend upon the Xingu tributar...
Who directed Battle for the Xingu?
Battle for the Xingu was directed by Iara Lee.
How long is Battle for the Xingu?
Battle for the Xingu has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Battle for the Xingu released?
Battle for the Xingu was released on September 18, 2009 in theaters.