This Is Ballroom review – pulsating documentary tells story of Brazilian ballroom

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Pulsating beats and fabulous fits — Highlight the vibrant culture and community ties among Brazilian ballroom participants.
Queer chosen families competing for trophies — Showcase how these houses provide support networks beyond dance competitions. Fique de olho
The film may inspire similar documentaries in other Latin American countries with rich ballroom traditions.

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This Is Ballroom review – pulsating documentary tells story of Brazilian ballroom

Paris is Burning gets a South American update in a film that shows the Brazilian scene as a space of solidarity and tensionOriginating among the Black, Latin and trans communities in 1960s New York, queer ballroom culture has not only entered the mainstream but also travelled well outside the...

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