Bel Borba Aqui (2012)

Tattooed onto the skin of Salvador, Brazil, are ubiquitous public artworks created by the artist Bel. Salvador is a 500 year old city with a rich cultural heritage. The documentary film ... See full summary »

Directors:

Burt Sun, Andre Costantini

Writers:

Andre Costantini, Burt Sun

Storyline

Tattooed onto the skin of Salvador, Brazil, are ubiquitous public artworks created by the artist Bel. Salvador is a 500 year old city with a rich cultural heritage. The documentary film reflects the intimate relationship between this historically unique city and her beloved native son. This lyrical journey shares his joy and madness: creating large-scale outdoor art at lightning speed and then working alone in deep introspection. His exuberant personality shines as he draws inspiration from his surroundings, especially in impoverished neighborhoods. Working as a voice of the people, Bel breathes new life into the city he loves through his art. See his renaissance through constant acts of creation.

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Taglines:

His art transforms a city. No permission asked.

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Genres:

Documentary | Biography

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

Official Blog

Country:

Brazil

Language:

Portuguese

Release Date:

30 March 2012 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$1,869 (USA) (5 October 2012)

Gross:

$6,088 (USA) (12 October 2012)

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Runtime:

95 min

Color:

Color

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