Transformista: A Vida e Morte de Erick Barreto
The film follows the different stages of drag actor Erick Barreto's career—from his childhood in the countryside of Pernambuco and his adolescence to his adult life in Rio de Janeiro, the emergence of art in his life, and his rise to stardom as a Carmen Miranda impersonator. It is a journey through time portraying a young man of humble origins who confronts prejudice and homophobia to become the primary pioneer of drag art in Brazil, achieving national acclaim and performing in Hollywood.
Directed by Fernando Yduñate
In theaters Sep 30, 2027
Cast
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Metturo Erick Barreto, Carmen Miranda, Diana Finsk -
Eric Barreto Erick Barreto (Imagens de arquivo) - Alffon Ortiz
- Octavio Ravi Lycanna
- Breno Junno Diego Calado Branco
- Lidia Salas
Make it a double feature
3h 35m together
Transformista: A Vida e Morte de Erick Barreto
Uncle Frank
A close match in mood and era.
