A Meeting with Milton Santos (2006)
The film deals with the process of globalization based on the thought of geographer Milton Santos, who through his ideas and practices, inspires the debate about Brazilian society and the construction of a new world. Santos discusses his views on the importance of respecting difference and his belief that an alternative globalisation model could wholly enfranchise all citizens of the world. An illustrious presence in 20th century social sciences, the man dubbed as ‘geography’s philosopher’ eloquently elucidates a developing world perspective on the global age.
Director: Silvio Tendler
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: August 17, 2006
Cast
- Milton Santos
- José Saramago
- Fernanda Montenegro - Narradora
- Beth Goulart - Narradora
- Osmar Prado - Narrador
- Matheus Nachtergaele - Narrador
- Milton Gonçalves - Narrador
- Eduardo Galeano
- Zélia Duncan
- Adirley Queirós
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
Keywords
politics, globalization, geography
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Meeting with Milton Santos about?
- The film deals with the process of globalization based on the thought of geographer Milton Santos, who through his ideas and practices, inspires the debate about Brazilian society and the construction of a new world. Santos discusses his views on the importance of respecting difference and his belief that an alternative globalisation model could wholly enfranchise all citizens of the world. An illustrious presence in 20th century social sciences, the man dubbed as ‘geography’s philosopher’ eloquently elucidates a developing world perspective on the global age.
- Who directed A Meeting with Milton Santos?
- A Meeting with Milton Santos was directed by Silvio Tendler.
- Who stars in A Meeting with Milton Santos?
- A Meeting with Milton Santos stars Milton Santos, José Saramago, Fernanda Montenegro, Beth Goulart, Osmar Prado, Matheus Nachtergaele.
- How long is A Meeting with Milton Santos?
- A Meeting with Milton Santos has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is A Meeting with Milton Santos?
- A Meeting with Milton Santos is a Documentary film.
- Where was A Meeting with Milton Santos produced?
- A Meeting with Milton Santos was produced in Brazil.