State of Exception

"State of Exception" is a heart-stopping, six-year journey into the lives of Rio de Janeiro's self-described "urban Indians", who risk everything to resist their forced evictions and join forces with other marginalized groups fighting against corporate sporting events' devastating impact on local democracies. As the FIFA World Cup and Olympics preparations unfolded, these brave individuals became beacons of resistance, shining a light on corruption, displacement, and the determination of locals to hold their ground. Their courageous struggle is a powerful reminder that even in the face of overwhelming odds, activism, independent media, and community resilience can bring about change.