The Gypsy

The Gypsy

1h 15m
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Overview

A deeply personal documentary that follows Benício Bem, a queer artist from Piauí whose music and identity are shaped by the vibrant fusion of Romani heritage and Northeastern Brazilian popular culture. More than a portrait of a performer, the film is an intimate exploration of gender, self-expression, and resistance. In a society where queerness and regional culture are often marginalized, Benício embarks on a symbolic and cosmic journey of affirmation, challenging binary norms, confronting stigma, and reclaiming space as an LGBTQ+ artist in a conservative landscape. Through his voice, body, and artistry, he navigates questions of visibility, belonging, and the spiritual dimensions of identity.

Status: Released

Language: PT

Production Information

Production Companies
Madre Filmes
Production Countries
Brazil
Spoken Languages
Portuguese

Quick Facts

Original Title A Cigana
Status Released
Language PT

Cast

Benício Bem
Benício Bem

João Claudio Moreno
João Claudio Moreno

Chico César
Chico César

Solange Almeida
Solange Almeida

Key Crew

Thiago Furtado
Director