Amapô
Originally released in 2008. Amapô is a documentary film. directed by Kiko Goifman. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Through a life story the film deals with issues related to human rights, such as the right to difference. The character's life is presented from others, otherness as a logic. The spectators complete the senses and gradually realize that this is a homosexual who, still in his adolescence, became a transvestite; "Amapoa" is a term that comes from Yoruba and has become transvestite slang for women. The film has a brutal ending, revealing that the character suffered a strong violence. Homophobia. The approach leads to identification with the character and allows reflections on the intolerance of today's society.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 14, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
0h 12m
12 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amapô about?
Through a life story the film deals with issues related to human rights, such as the right to difference. The character's life is presented from others, otherness as a logic. The spectators complet...
Who directed Amapô?
Amapô was directed by Kiko Goifman.
How long is Amapô?
Amapô has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was Amapô released?
Amapô was released on November 14, 2008 in theaters.