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Fakir
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Fakir

2019-07-24 · 92 min · Not rated

Documentary

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.

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Directors
Helena Ignez
Production companies
Mercúrio Produções
Countries
Brazil
Status
Released

Top Cast

Suzy KingSuzy KingSelf (archive footage)
Luz del FuegoLuz del FuegoSelf (archive footage)
SilkiSelf (archive footage)
YoneSelf (archive footage)
LookanSelf (archive footage)
VerinhaSelf (archive footage)
SandraSelf (archive footage)
MalbaSelf (archive footage)
MaraSelf (archive footage)
UrbanoSelf (archive footage)
BurmahSelf (archive footage)
Lys ChelysSelf (archive footage)
Maura FerreiraFado Singer
ZarakFakir
IndianySnake dancer and wrestler
Regina MüllerCarmen Butô
Lion on a Diet ShibariShibari Performer
Índia RublaSinger
Mago JacqEscapist
Lana CamposWrestler

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