Portrait of a Terrorist

Portrait of a Terrorist
Directed byHelena Solberg
Directed by
Helena Solberg
In 1969, Fernando Gabeira was among terrorists who kidnapped Charles Burke Elbrick, then the U.S. Ambassador to Brazil. Eventually Gabeira was captured and tortured before being exiled from his homeland for eight years. He talks candidly about his experiences in captivity as well as the abduction and the motivation behind choosing Elbrick.
Last Updated: November 14, 2025
