Fakir
Originally released in 2019. Fakir is a documentary film. directed by Helena Ignez.
Starring Suzy King, Luz del Fuego, and Silki
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 24, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Top Cast
Suzy King
as Self (archive footage)
Luz del Fuego
as Self (archive footage)
Silki
as Self (archive footage)
Yone
as Self (archive footage)
Lookan
as Self (archive footage)
Verinha
as Self (archive footage)
Sandra
as Self (archive footage)
Malba
as Self (archive footage)
Mara
as Self (archive footage)
Urbano
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Mercúrio Produções
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fakir about?
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 su...
Who directed Fakir?
Fakir was directed by Helena Ignez.
How long is Fakir?
Fakir has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Fakir released?
Fakir was released on July 24, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fakir?
The main cast of Fakir includes Suzy King, Luz del Fuego, Silki, Yone, Lookan.