The read
It runs a compact 1h 13m.
Synopsis
Neirud died shrouded in mystery, leaving behind no trace of her past. Confronting family secrets, the filmmaker pieces together the life of her enigmatic aunt, who toured Brazil as a wrestler in an underground all-female circus troupe throughout the 60s and 80s. As she investigates Neirud's controversial ring persona, Gorilla Woman, the filmmaker uncovers a taboo-breaking love story, revealing the surprising nature of Neirud's role in her own family.
Ratings
TMDB8.5/10
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Fernanda FayaScreenplay
- Chico PinheiroOriginal Music Composer
- Fernanda FayaDirector
Cast
- Élida Neirud dos SantosSelf
- Nely Tereze FayaSelf
- Fernanda FayaSelf
- Edgard Armando Pimenta FayaSelf
- Felipe Roth FayaSelf
- Aparecida PimentaSelf
- Rebeca DiorioSelf
- Rita Vivas MontereiSelf (voice)
Stills
Themes
circuswrestlingfamilyvhs tapes