Fakir (2019)
The feature-length documentary Fakir portrays the success of fakirism in Brazil, Latin America and France. This circus art origin show is presented and analyzed through archives that reveals the success of these presentations with their pain resistance championships and the great public presence, including politicians and government officials. Fakir spans current footage from contemporary artists who keep this art alive in performances and shows.
Director: Helena Ignez
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: July 24, 2019
Cast
- Suzy King - Self (archive footage)
- Luz del Fuego - Self (archive footage)
- Silki - Self (archive footage)
- Yone - Self (archive footage)
- Lookan - Self (archive footage)
- Verinha - Self (archive footage)
- Sandra - Self (archive footage)
- Malba - Self (archive footage)
- Mara - Self (archive footage)
- Urbano - Self (archive footage)
Screenplay
- Helena Ignez (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Toni Nogueira
Editing: Sergio Gagliardi-Gag
Production: Mercúrio Produções
Country: Brazil
Language: Español, Français, Português
Original Language: pt
Keywords
snake, circus, hunger, artist, fakir, naturism
More Films by Director: Helena Ignez
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Fakir about?
- The feature-length documentary Fakir portrays the success of fakirism in Brazil, Latin America and France. This circus art origin show is presented and analyzed through archives that reveals the success of these presentations with their pain resistance championships and the great public presence, including politicians and government officials. Fakir spans current footage from contemporary artists who keep this art alive in performances and shows.
- Who directed Fakir?
- Fakir was directed by Helena Ignez.
- Who stars in Fakir?
- Fakir stars Suzy King, Luz del Fuego, Silki, Yone, Lookan, Verinha.
- How long is Fakir?
- Fakir has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Fakir?
- Fakir is a Documentary film.
- Where was Fakir produced?
- Fakir was produced in Brazil.