ABC of a Strike (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1990, ABC of a Strike is a documentary film directed by Leon Hirszman, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. ABC of a Strike stars Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as Self, Vinicius de Moraes as Self, Ferreira Gullar as Narration (voice) and Elis Regina as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, ABC of a Strike sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch ABC of a Strike page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch ABC of a Strike (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for ABC of a Strike change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is ABC of a Strike worth watching?
- ABC of a Strike holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in ABC of a Strike?
- ABC of a Strike stars Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Vinicius de Moraes, Ferreira Gullar, Elis Regina and Bete Mendes.
- When was ABC of a Strike released?
- ABC of a Strike was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.