During Chile’s years under dictatorship, Pedro Lemebel—known for his feathered hats, sharp tongue, and bold performances—was not only an artist but also a symbol of resistance. The documentary Lemebel brings this extraordinary figure’s life and art to the screen through archival footage and deeply personal narratives. The film traces Lemebel’s journey from his childhood to his artistic struggle against the Pinochet regime, and his creative path that continued until his final days. It intimately portrays the performances in which Lemebel turned his body and words into tools of defiance, his deep bond with his mother, and his confrontation with a terminal illness.
