What They Say About Brazilian Film, TV
Rio2C’s Industry Pitching at the mega creativity forum in Rio de Janeiro features a lineup of 24 titles across four sections – Fiction, Animation, Documentary/Factual, and Reality Shows. Brazilian creators are diving into the realities of Brazil, focusing on issues such as race, gender, and climate change.
In the Animation section, even in comedic fantasy adventures, there is a focus on the realities of Brazil. For example, “Formiga” features protagonists from Brazil’s impoverished outer-city, set in a fantasy kite world. “Pupupu Bibibi” showcases insects from the Amazon, creating a sci-fi-like atmosphere with colorful and extraordinary characters.
Several titles in the lineup aim to shed light on forgotten or overlooked stories. “Flora” delves into the life of the first Black woman to become a member of Brazil’s Methodist Church, while “Rogério Duprat: the Maestro (Beyond) Tropicalia” and “Tomorrow, Under the Sun” highlight the work of composer Rogério Duprat and photographer Alair Gomes, respectively.
One of the standout titles is the fictional miniseries “Clandestine,” which explores the life of Brazilian guerrilla fighter Iara Iavelberg, who was murdered by Brazil’s military regime in 1971. Director Beto Oliveira emphasizes the importance of remembering Brazil’s Black population and the acts committed against them.
The Industry Pitching lineup includes a diverse range of projects, such as “Flora,” a fiction feature about the life of Flora Maria Blumer de Toledo, and “blackhumor.com,” a dramedic web series set in a fascist Brazil. Other titles like “Their Story” and “100% Trans Fat” explore themes of female representation and LGBTQ+ issues.
In the Animation category, projects like “Becoming an Elf” and “Botija Hunters” offer magical and humorous adventures, while “The Evil Son” delves into psychological and social horror. “Spoonful of Stars” combines 2D and CGI animation to tell the story of shooting stars traveling through outer space.
Documentaries like “Atafona: Submerged City” and “Rogério Duprat: the Maestro (Beyond) Tropicalia” explore real-life events and cultural figures, while reality shows like “Animals in Disaster” and “The Crime Game” offer engaging and informative content.
The Industry Pitching at Rio2C showcases the rich diversity and creativity of Brazilian creators, highlighting important stories and themes that resonate with audiences both in Brazil and around the world.
