30 Nov 2013
A Farra do Circo
This documentary highlights the evolution of Brazil's Circo Voador venue from homespun artists' performance space to national cultural institution.
Who is Weary Willie?
In the midst of the Great Depression, a failed cartoonist becomes the most famous clown in the world.
"Who is Weary Willie?" explores the life of the once-famous circus character Weary Willie and his story tied to controversy and confusion over identity between his creator, Emmett Kelly Sr., and his son, Emmett Kelly Jr.
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Dominique Jando Dominique Jando
Chris Berry Chris Berry
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