State of Exception (2017) Synopsis

As Rio de Janeiro took to the world stage with preparations for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics, a community of self-described "urban Indians" organized to fight back against their forced evictions, joining forces with other marginalized groups. Spending six years following their plight, Jason O'Hara embedded himself within these communities, steadfastly committed to highlighting the injustices that abound.—Alexander Rogalski

As Rio de Janeiro took to the world stage with preparations for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics, a community of self-described "urban Indians" organized to fight back against their forced evictions, joining forces with other marginalized groups. Spending six years following their plight, Jason O'Hara embedded himself within these communities, steadfastly committed to highlighting the injustices that abound.—Alexander Rogalski

Published Time: 2019-07-11 06:10:56