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Première Brasil and Brazilian films screening in 2022
Première Brasil, one of the most anticipated and popular sections of Festival do Rio, and the main competitive section of the festival, screens over 70 features and shorts by new and established Brazilian directors during the 24th festival, films that offer the most varied themes and stories from every region and corner of this vast country.
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Felix Awards Make a Welcome Return
Introduced in 2014, for the 7th time Festival do Rio will hand out the Felix Awards - awards which celebrate LGBTQIAP+- themed films throughout the event's programme.
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Première Brasil: The Jury
The jury that will decide the prizes for both features and documentaries in the festival main competitive section.
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New Direction: The Jury
The jury who will decide the prizes for this year’s New Direction.
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Music: Sound & Vision
Music is a highlight of this year’s Festival do Rio, both amongst the Brazilian and international selections,
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E.T. Comes Home to the Big Screen
Festival offers a rare chance to watch Steven Spielberg’s masterpiece on the big screen.
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