1121: How To Survive a Dictatorship (feat. Wagner Moura)

February 15, 2026·1 hr 9 min·5 clips

Wagner Mora describes receiving death threats and needing metal detectors to release his film under Bolsonaro.

Alex Wagner interviews actor Wagner Mora about his Oscar-nominated film 'The Secret Agent,' which explores Brazil's military dictatorship. They draw parallels to current authoritarian trends in the US, discussing masculinity, resistance, and the role of artists in political moments. Mora shares personal experiences with threats under Bolsonaro and reflects on immigration fears in America.

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