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São Paulo International Film Festival celebrates 50th edition
The 50th edition of the São Paulo International Film Festival has commenced, featuring a massive program of 380 to 392 films from 93 different countries. The event spans 57 cinemas, cultural spaces, and educational centers across São Paulo until October 29. American filmmaker James Gray is the primary honoree, presenting his film ‘Paper Tiger’ starring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson.
Notable highlights include the documentary ‘Musk’ regarding Elon Musk, and the Brazilian film ‘Feito Pipa’, which is a potential Oscar contender. The festival also includes the ‘Mostrinha’ section for children and the #LINK meeting for Ibero-American documentary filmmakers.
Other regional cultural events in Brazil include the FliSesc literary festival in Brasília, the 6th Marginal Film Showcase in Rio de Janeiro focusing on environmental emergencies, and the 19th Virada Esportiva in São Paulo, which offers thousands of free sports activities.
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Adam Driver · BTS · BTS · Brazil · Cine Cultura · Cinema Passeio · Cinemark · Cinepolis · Dragão do Mar de Arte e Cultura · Elon Musk · Florianópolis · Goiânia
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The 'Não é Amor, é Crime' sessions are free to the public. www.vivergoias.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Isabela Eva directed and wrote the short films 'O Preço de uma Filha' and '61 Socos'. www.vivergoias.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The film showcase is part of the Cine Cultura programming from October 15 to 21. www.vivergoias.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Patrícia Silva directed and wrote the short film 'Até Amanhã'. www.vivergoias.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Cine Cultura is hosting the 'Não é Amor, é Crime' film showcase. www.vivergoias.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The 'Não é Amor, é Crime' showcase includes a debate on violence against women. www.vivergoias.com.br