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Biopirates: The São Luis Letter

2004

Overview

In December 2000, in the Brazilian city of São Luís do Maranhão, 23 shamans of various indigenous Brazilian groups claimed the patent of their traditional knowledge through the "Letter of Sao Luis". Between cities and forests, the Indians seek tools to defend themselves against the assaults of the multinational pharmaceutical industry and to protect biodiversity.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
January 1, 2004
Original language
English
Spoken languages
Portuguese
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
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