Favela Gay (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2014, Favela Gay is a documentary film directed by Rodrigo Felha, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s 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 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.
Who’s in it. Favela Gay stars Jean Wyllys as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Favela Gay has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Favela Gay page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Favela Gay (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Favela Gay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Favela Gay worth watching?
- Favela Gay holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Favela Gay?
- Favela Gay stars Jean Wyllys.
- When was Favela Gay released?
- Favela Gay was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.