Movie

ABC of a Strike

★ 7.7(16)19901h 26m

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Good to know

Director: Leon Hirszman
Release date: 1990-02-15
Runtime: 1h 26m
Language: Portuguese
Status: Released
Country: Brazil
Studio: Taba Filmes

About ABC of a Strike

ABC of a Strike is a 1990 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Leon Hirszman, starring Ferreira Gullar, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Leon Hirszman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.7/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch ABC of a Strike in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

ABC of a Strike captures the 1979 metal workers strikes outside of São Paulo. The footage sat untouched until after the death of highly-regarded director Leon Hirszman in 1987, by which time the material had a new relevance. The gripping film captures the negotiations between the labor unions and the factory bosses and shows the birth of the region’s Worker’s Party, as well as the emergence of its charismatic leader, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Rising from extreme poverty, Lula gained national prominence as a union activist during the late 70s and early 80s. After being jailed during his time as a union leader, he eventually becomes Brazil’s president from 2003 to 2010.

Cast

Ferreira Gullar

Narrator

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

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Leon Hirszman

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Celso Freitas

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Vinicius de Moraes

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Bete Mendes

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Dominguinhos

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Jards Macalé

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Fagner

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Beth Carvalho

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João Bosco

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Gonzaguinha

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch ABC of a Strike in Canada?+

ABC of a Strike is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is ABC of a Strike on Netflix?+

ABC of a Strike is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is ABC of a Strike?+

ABC of a Strike has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in ABC of a Strike?+

ABC of a Strike stars Ferreira Gullar, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Leon Hirszman, Celso Freitas and Vinicius de Moraes.

When did ABC of a Strike come out?+

ABC of a Strike is a 1990 movie directed by Leon Hirszman.

What genre is ABC of a Strike?+

ABC of a Strike is Documentary film.

Who directed ABC of a Strike?+

ABC of a Strike was directed by Leon Hirszman.