Neirud
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.
Directed by Fernanda Faya · Written by Fernanda Faya
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- Élida Neirud dos Santos Self
- Nely Tereze Faya Self
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Fernanda Faya Self - Edgard Armando Pimenta Faya Self
- Felipe Roth Faya Self
- Aparecida Pimenta Self
- Rebeca Diorio Self
- Rita Vivas Monterei Self (voice)
Make it a double feature
2h 44m together
A close match in mood and era.
