Neirud

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2023 · 73 min · Documentary · TMDB 8.5/10

Overview

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

Cast

• Élida Neirud dos Santos — Self
• Nely Tereze Faya — Self
• Fernanda Faya — Self
• Edgard Armando Pimenta Faya — Self
• Felipe Roth Faya — Self