Kate Saragaço-Gomes

Water Hazard

Ana is spending the holidays with her family. The setting is perfect for relaxation and for wondering. Next to the house, workers are building a pond. Attracted by it, Ana senses a presence, someone familiar yet still unknown. Alexander David captures on screen all the beauty of a childhood self-discovery and the first uncertain steps taken outside of parental control. Evocative and mellow, Water Hazard explores queer identity with a delicate and empathetic eye.

By Flávio

Márcia is a social media pro and knows all the best poses and filters for perfect selfies. Her son Flávio helps her to take photos of herself. This is how she manages to hook up with famous rapper Da Reel Chullz on Instagram. She is not about to turn him down when he asks her out on a date – even if no one can be found to look after Flávio. A refreshing portrait of a single mother who knows how to work things out.

The Edge of the World

In keeping with tradition, Lourdes, Maria and Natália wash blankets in the river. What seems to be a seasonal activity turns out to be a visit to hidden places where, in a game between hesitation and the desire to wet their feet, they let themselves rest.

Fúria

Agressivity and the will to compete are also part of childhood. At a poor district’s boxing club the kids live a close friendship and find a place to express a fury that is violent but liberating.

BAKI TADU É

Tadu Baki follows himself through the jungle. He finds himself in a glass of water.