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Vherá Poty (Iraí), Poty Carmem Ara (Cunha Caburé), Priscila Souza (Jerá), Dellani Lima (Ugo)
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Synopsis :
In a territory where indigenous life collides with urbanization, Iraí is a young indigenous man who learns that Jerá, the mysterious girl he is deeply in love with, could be suffering from a deadly condition known by his community as "Jepotá". When Jerá suddenly disappears, Iraí seeks Caburé’s help, a woman retreated into the wilderness. In a midst of a vast industrial district, Iraí finds himself and discovers the intricate interconnections of reality that go far beyond what he could have imagined.
Supports:
ARRI International Support Programme: 50.000€ / European Work in Progress Dolby Vision Award: 5.000€.
Director's biography:
Indigenous leader, writer and director, Papá Guarani works on art and audiovisual productions to valorize the Mbya Guarani culture. He is amongst the most active Brazilian thinkers, establishing bridges between indigenous and non-indigenous society. Augusto Canani is a Brazilian filmmaker. His short films have won over 40 awards in 60 film festivals worldwide. He created a lasting relationship with Papa's ethnic group, the Mbya-Guarani, and is co-founder of the Maracá Institute.
Filmography:
Love Drain (2012) Short fiction film
Best Foreign Film, Los Angeles International Short Film Festival, USA; Grand Prix, Tabor Film Festival, Czech Republic; Best Short Film en 2013, Fantaspoa Film Festival, Brazil; Official Selection North America Premiere, American Film Institute AFI FEST, USA; Official Selection 23rd Sao Paulo International Short Film Festival, Brazil; Official Selection, British Independent Film Festival 2013, England
Amigos Bizarros do Ricardinho (2010) Short fiction film
Pablo Neruda Award, Huelva Iberoamerican Film Festival, Spain; New Directors / New Films Festival, MoMA, New York; Best Short Film, Vitória Film Festival, Brazil; Official Selection North America Premiere, New Directors / New Films Festival, MoMA, New York; Official Selection, Brasilia Film Festival, Brazil; Official Selection, Gramado Film Festival, Brazil.
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Based in Porto Alegre, Prana Filmes was founded in 2011 by Luciana Tomasi and Carlos Gerbase. The company has produced five feature films The Pink Cloud (2021) and three short films. Among them, Love Drain (2012) was directed by Augusto Canani. Together, with a talented team of indigenous actors and representatives, film professionals and international institutions, we aim to ally art and an immersive cinematic experience, placing the captivating narratives of the Guarani at the forefront.
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