NEIRUD

Feature Documentary | Brazil | 2023 | 01:12:00| Portuguese | English Subtitles 

Neirud died shrouded in mystery, leaving behind no trace of her past. 
Confronting family secrets, the filmmaker pieces together the life of her 
enigmatic aunt, who toured Brazil as a wrestler in an underground 
all-female circus troupe throughout the 60s and 80s. 

As she investigates Neirud's controversial ring persona, Gorilla Woman, the filmmaker uncovers a taboo-breaking love story, revealing the surprising nature of Neirud's role in her own family. 

Director: Fernanda Faya