

Lula, the Son of Brazil(2010)
Family man. Militant. Hero. Convict. Savior. Romantic. Legend.
The true story of a working class boy who moves to the nation's financial capital at a young age and becomes one the most influential politicians in Brazilian history.


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Lula, o Filho do Brasil
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The true story of a working class boy who moves to the nation's financial capital at a young age and becomes one the most influential politicians in Brazilian history.
Release Date
2010-01-01
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5.5
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Family man. Militant. Hero. Convict. Savior. Romantic. Legend.
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