

At a time when the far right is ascending to power around the world, the 2020 Brazilian municipal elections saw a surprising and unprecedented record of LGBT candidates. This film follows four young queer politicians during their electoral campaigns and reveals their struggle to affirm their rights to exist and be heard.

Andréa Bak
Self
LeadWilliam De Lucca
Self

Erika Hilton
Self
Monica Benicio
Self
Renan Quinalha
Self
Pérola Rosana de Lucca
Self
Ângela Maria Benicio
Self
Rosemeire de Jesus Santos
Self
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Pedro Henrique França's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Political Bodies is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”