Célia Freitas

Plural

PLURAL is a journey through the intricate construction of identity. Guilherme Terreri and Rita Von Hunty unfold to explore the fluid boundaries of the integral self and human expression.

Direito de Sonhar

From the perspective of people who live in Complexo do Alemão, the largest favela in Rio de Janeiro, Direito de Sonhar reveals how the absence of the State in Brazil, violence, racism and difficult access to education and culture affect lives and dreams of children and young people and what alternatives they create to overcome these challenges, which reveals their fight for their rights as citizens. The documentary shows the difficult reality of Brazil's favelas, unknown to most of the world.

Saucy Toinha

For those who see her behind the tray, it’s quite clear Toinha isn’t just any other Bahian selling typical food. What people don’t even suspect is that she’s the one who makes the palm oil used to prepare the acarajes she serves.

Livre Pensar

Conceição Tavares is one of the most forceful, critical and original voices of Brazilian economic thought. This documentary gives an account of her life and work, while taking stock of more than half a century of a country looking for a future.

Torre das Donzelas

Documents former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff's visit to the the women's alley of Tiradentes Jail in the city of São Paulo, also known as "Torre das Donzelas" ("Damsels' Tower"). Alongside other women, Dilma was kept as prisoner in there during the 1970s, when Brazil was under a reign of terror during its military dictatorship years. They all meet again 45 years later to break the silence and the fear of speaking out the horrors they lived under a ruthless dictatorship.

Missão 115

Mission 115 was the name given by DOI-CODI (an army repression body during the military dictatorship) to a supposed "vigilance" operation in Rio de Janeiro during a musical show at Riocentro on May 1, 1981. In fact, was a bomb attack, the final frustrated, aimed at sabotaging the country's re-democratization. For the first time one of the members of that team of terrorists, former police officer Claudio Guerra, tells in detail how the operation was planned and executed. The recent work of the National Truth Commission also sheds new light on the episode and its successive attempts at scrutiny over more than three decades.

My Name Is Jacque

Jacqueline Rocha Côrtes is a 55 year old Brazilian transsexual woman who has been living with AIDS for the past 21 years. As a Human Rights activist and a militant for HIV-positive people, Jacque has had her life marked by struggles and achievements, including her role as a representative of the Brazilian government at the United Nations. Now married and a mother of two, Jacque lives in a small town, leading her life dedicated to motherhood and family. By tracking her daily reality and revisiting her story, the film addresses the diversity and shows the numerous challenges that have been disrupted by this extraordinary character, raising awareness on prejudice, homolesbotransphobia and gender identity.

Um Sonho Intenso

The documentary offers an overview on the transformations in the Brazilian socioeconomic process from the 30s to present day, with a group of economists and historians giving their commentary about the topics.

The Inevitable Story of Leticia Deniz

The movie follows the journey of a gorgeous transgender, from her troubled childhood in Porto Velho, Rondonia, to her body hormonal transformation process and her initiation in the prostitution underworld of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

As Mãos de Meu Filho

A couple accompany their son's piano concert. While classical music touches their hearts, the suffering memories of the past - the poverty and alcoholism of the father - contrast with the victory and success of the present.

Condor

Operation Condor was a secret agreement between the military dictatorships of the Southern Cone in the 1970s, with the knowledge of the CIA. These governments to shared information and violently repressed suspected left-wing subversives.

A Funeral at the Samba School

A young maestro and community leader dies suddenly. Family and friends gather at Mangueira Samba School rehearsal building to pay last respects. But amazing things will happen in this unique funeral ceremony.