Divinas Divas

Jun 22 2017 N/A 1h 50m
Documentary, Musical

Eight iconic performers of the first generation of Brazilian transvestite artists go on stage to celebrate their 50th career jubilee. The film depicts the human, personal dimension behind these icons, deconstructing gender stereotypes.

Plot

The Divine Divas are the icons of the first generation of Brazilian transvestite artists in the 1960's. One of the first stages to host men dressed as women was the Rival Theatre, ran by Américo Leal, the director's grandfather. The film shows the intimacy, the talent and the stories of a generation that revolutionized the sexual behavior and defied the moral of a time.

Written by

Carol Benjamin, Leandra Leal, Natara Ney

Directed by

Leandra Leal

Production Countries

Brazil

Production Companies

Daza Filmes

Languages

Português

Awards

5 wins & 6 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
410
Average Rating
7.8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA