What is My Body is Political?
My Body is Political is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Documentary.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 71 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 30, 2017
- Original language
- PT
- Origin
- Brazil
- Studios
- Paideia Filmes, Studio Riff
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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My Body is Political is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Documentary. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Four transgender individuals navigate survival and identity in São Paulo’s toughest favela.”
- Authentic portrayal of trans lives in Brazil
- Highlights systemic violence and resilience
- Intimate documentary style
- The unflinching depiction of violence may be distressing
Watch it if you want a raw glimpse into the daily struggles and bravery of transgender people in a Brazilian favela.
The documentary includes graphic discussions of violence and discrimination, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the setting of the film?
It takes place in one of the poorest favelas of São Paulo, Brazil.
Who are the main subjects?
The film follows Paula, Beatriz, Giu and Fernando, transgender individuals living in the favela.
What central issue does the documentary address?
It highlights the high number of murders of transgender people in Brazil and their fight for rights.
Is My Body is Political a fictional story?
No, it is presented as a documentary.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour 11 minutes.