Favela Gay
Originally released in 2014. Favela Gay is a documentary film. directed by Rodrigo Felha. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean Wyllys
Synopsis
Favela Gay tells the story of eleven individuals in their own words. Living in eight slums (favelas) in Rio de Janeiro, these members of the LGBTQ community – two transgender women, a crossdressing man, a travesti prostitute, a famous carnival dancer, two community activists, and even a young man who used to be transgender, but transitioned back – have fought prejudice and seen some of the most unsavoury sides of the city.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 7, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Luz Mágica Produções
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Favela Gay about?
Favela Gay tells the story of eleven individuals in their own words. Living in eight slums (favelas) in Rio de Janeiro, these members of the LGBTQ community – two transgender women, a crossdressi...
Who directed Favela Gay?
Favela Gay was directed by Rodrigo Felha.
How long is Favela Gay?
Favela Gay has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Favela Gay released?
Favela Gay was released on October 7, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Favela Gay?
The main cast of Favela Gay includes Jean Wyllys.