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Serial Kisser (Beijoquiero)

Carlos Nader

1993 00:29:00 BrazilEnglishColorMono4:3Video

Description

An upbeat and engaging documentary with a dynamic, experimental style. Beijoquerio introduces viewers to a Brazilian man who strives for world peace by kissing all the rich and famous people he can reach. Upon hearing that Frank Sinatra was afraid to come and perform in Brazil, he felt compelled to go and kiss Sinatra to prove Brazil was a friendly place. He has suffered many injuries and broken bones as a result of his mission, which curiously enough embodies basic notions of “Christian” behavior, yet scares many away. He is now a folk hero in Brazil, his place in history cemented by his successful kissing of Pelé.

In Portuguese with English subtitles.

About Carlos Nader

Multimedia artist, writer, and editor Carlos Nader lives and works in Sao Paulo, Brazil. His work has been screened on television, in museums, and in festivals internationally. Nader addresses issues of national culture and personal identity with humor and experimentation.