Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Suzy King
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Luz del Fuego
Self (archive footage)
S
Silki
Self (archive footage)
Y
Yone
Self (archive footage)
L
Lookan
Self (archive footage)
V
Verinha
Self (archive footage)
S
Sandra
Self (archive footage)
M
Malba
Self (archive footage)
What People Are Saying
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Helena Ignez's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Fakir is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
