IMDb 6.1 2017 HD

Body Electric

Body Electric

2017
Drama
95 min NR Brazil
6.1 / 10
6.1 IMDB

Elias is a handsome young deputy manager in a garment factory in São Paulo. When he’s not working, he enjoys casual encounters in the big city. The arrival…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Marcelo Caetano / Gabriel Domingues / Nathália Tereza
Starring
Kelner Macêdo / Lucas Andrade / Welket Bungué / Ana Flavia Cavalcanti / Daniel Torres / Dani Nefussi / Emerson Ferreira / Ernani Sanchez

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

Intimate Subtle Atmospheric Compelling Grounded Observational Delicate Thoughtful Nuanced Authentic Reserved Tender

Reviews

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Priya Sharma
Apr 14, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Body Electric' offers a refreshing, grounded perspective on attraction and connection. Elias, portrayed with sensitivity by Kelner Macêdo, navigates casual encounters and the unexpected pull towards his new colleague, Fernando. The film’s strength lies in its naturalistic tone…

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Liam O'Connell
Apr 14, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

In 'Body Electric', we witness the quiet blossoming of desire within the utilitarian confines of a São Paulo garment factory. Kelner Macêdo delivers a standout performance as Elias, a man whose guarded exterior gradually yields to curiosity and…

S
Sophia Chen
Apr 14, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

A slow-burn romance set against the backdrop of industrial São Paulo, 'Body Electric' presents Elias as a man on the cusp of change. Kelner Macêdo’s performance is central, conveying a quiet intensity that draws you into his world.…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 14, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Body Electric' is a finely tuned exploration of burgeoning attraction and workplace dynamics. Elias, played with captivating nuance by Kelner Macêdo, finds his predictable world subtly upended by Fernando's presence. The film’s strength lies in its observational quality,…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 14, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This Brazilian drama, 'Body Electric', offers a quiet yet compelling portrait of Elias, a factory manager whose routine encounters are disrupted by the arrival of Fernando. Kelner Macêdo imbues Elias with a compelling, understated charisma. The film excels…

FAQs

While the director's name is not specified, the film's focus on Elias's internal journey and his evolving relationships suggests a potentially intimate and observational directorial style. The emphasis on character interactions and the urban setting implies a director who prioritises authenticity and the exploration of subtle human dynamics within a specific environment.