The Mechanism is a gripping TV show that delves into the depths of corruption and political scandals in Brazil. Inspired by a true story, the series follows a group of federal police officers as they uncover a vast money laundering scheme involving powerful politicians and corrupt businessmen. Set in various cities across Brazil, including Curitiba, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília, the show explores the intricacies of money laundering, plea bargains, subterfuge, and political manipulation. As the investigation unfolds, the officers uncover a cabal of individuals who are willing to go to great lengths to protect their illicit activities. With themes of government corruption, propaganda, and the destruction of evidence, The Mechanism keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its suspenseful plot.
Violeta is a married dentist on a normal working day. While listening to a message left on the cell she enters in despair. The message of her husband, Djalma, says he is leaving her and going to another city.
Jules and Dolores is a comedy movie based on the true story of Brazil's biggest robberies. The film follows the lives of Jules and Dolores, two unlikely friends who team up to pull off an audacious heist. With humor and heart, they navigate the world of crime and friendship in this hilarious and entertaining film.
In Contra-Filé, a group of stop-motion animated characters find themselves trapped in a nightmarish world filled with blood, torture, and dark humor. The movie takes viewers on a twisted journey through the bizarre and disturbing realm of stop-motion animation.
COPA 181 is the first feature film by Brazilian director Dannon Lacerda. It is a 100% independent production that deals with the relationship of a couple that is affected by the events in a gay sauna. Awarded in several festivals in Brazil and in other countries, the director had the premiere of his film at the Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival in October 2017.
Bianca manages a precarious living as a talented but underemployed actress in Rio de Janeiro, performing for private events dressed as movie icons. Troubled by the belief that she has missed her big break, Bianca's situation is upturned by an audition that leads to a rare opportunity.
In the dark side of Rio de Janeiro, vampires deal vampire powder, which provides its users with a small taste of immortality. They work for Limbo Corporation, a company dedicated to the shady business, whose CEO is Limboman. Vlak and Michele reign supreme in the city. But Vlak has a restless spirit and decides to yank from his gums the fang chip through which he is monitored by Limboman. He has a mental blackout and starts to roam the city streets. Michele, searching for a new partner, meets Draco, a decadent vampire and former nemesis of Vlak. Their meeting encourages Draco to go back to the streets where he meets Daphne, a ripper psychopath who attacks her victims with a chainsaw. Draco joins her to find Vlak and avenge himself. Vlak, however, is abducted by Wang Su, a Chinese woman that is ruling the underworld in Rio. Wang Su wants to use Vlak to defeat Limboman and take over the command of the shady business.
It's the second wave of the COVID pandemic in Rio de Janeiro. There's no water in Madá's old mansion, a sewing cooperative where sheltered LGBTQI+ young people live and work. Renê, one of the residents, paints the anguish of a mysterious spirit that haunts the shelter through the plumbing. Across town, a loner middle-aged plumber, Ismael, is tormented by the same curse.
1970. Brazilian Military Dictatorial Government. Georgia, a 8 year-old girl, is intrigued: one day, her play room appears locked. Away from the sight of her parents and her elderly nanny, Georgia gets to open the door: someone is inside.
Get ready for the fifth volume of an incredible gay short film series! Male Shorts: International V5 features four brand-new short films focusing on gay, bi and generally curious men from around the globe. Iceberg takes place in Rio de Janeiro during the pandemic and follows two men who are haunted by the same mysterious spirit which seems to inhabit their plumbing. In Xavier, a young man uses his cell phone to come out to the world, his father and his best friend and crush all at once. The visually inventive Dreams concerns a documentary filmmaker who with his camera so that he can capture the dreams he has at night. Finally, It's Just Another Day follows Gabriele, who is torn between taking care of his sick father or running away to Rome with the man he loves. The 4 short films are: Dreams [Sonhos] (2022); It's Just Another Day [È solo un altro giorno] (2022); Xavier and Miguel [Xavier e Miguel] (2022); Iceberg (2022).
The couple Laura and Israël have a five-year-old son, Lucas. They live together but seem to have lost interest in one another's thoughts and cares. Their relationship seems headed for the rocks, and the only one who seems to still be looking for something from life is Lucas.
Pedro's return to his hometown brings back memories of his childhood with his cousin Ari and their close and affective relationship with local cinema.
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