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Preto Velho na Lagoinha(2016)

Documentary about the preparation of a popular celebration of "Dia do Preto Velho", one of the most important rituals from the Umbanda in Brazil.

Out of Darkness: Heavy is the Crown (Vol. 1)(2022)

An examination of how Africa's mythological stories have served as the basis for the world religions that came after, especially in Western civilization.

Pierre Fatumbi Verger: Messenger Between Two Worlds(1998)

Inspired by the life of the french-born photographer and ethnographer, Pierre Verger, the movie follows his journey between Bahia, Brazil and Benin, Oriental Africa, showing places and people he met and his life study project: the Candomblé culture.

Exu - Além do Bem e do Mal(2012)

Desagradável(2013)

Some people seem to have come into the world to confuse, annoy, swim against the current, like the guys from Gangrena Gasosa, the first and only Sarava Metal band of the universe. "Desagradável" covers all the 23 years of the band. A special reunion of people that stirred the underground scene of 90's until today. All the legends detailed in a film that will show the most shameful chapters in history of Brazilian Rock. Jello Biafra, Jão and João Gordo, BNegão, Marcelo D2, Anjo Caldas, Dado Villa-Lobos, Rafael Ramos, Fabio from Garage, Marcos Bragatto, Tom Leão, Pedro Só, Adilson Pereira, Larry Antha and the former members (more than 15!) recalls the regrettable moments that Sarava Metal happened in their lives. Archive images, photos and videos to prove, once for all, that "Home Saint makes miracles too".

Do Que Aprendi Com Minhas Mais Velhas(2017)

Fora da Caridade Não Há Salvação(2023)

ENCRUZILHADAS DO SOM(2023)

The documentary adresses the meaning of music and the musical diversity present in Umbanda (a Brazilian religion with afroindigenous roots). With interviews with four umbandistas from Fortaleza - Ceará, Crossroads of the Sound pays reverence to the enchanted dimension where the sounds cross each other to make the spirits dance.

SAMBANCESTRAL(2024)

Looking for Modern Art: Rethinking Art History(2018)

Many twentieth century European artists, such as Paul Gauguin or Pablo Picasso, were influenced by art brought to Europe from African and Asian colonies. How to frame these Modernist works today when the idea of the primitive in art is problematic?

Encontro das Águas(2017)

This short film follows the journey of Rosane Pires and Iara Viana, during the preparations for their wedding, as well as the civil and religious ceremonies.

Batchan(2020)

Teachings of an Issei. Advice, spirituality and challenges.

Arreda Homem Que Chegou Mulher(2021)

Documentary about terreiro women in Fortaleza who occupy the highest positions in the hierarchy, subverting the patriarchal tradition of religious communities.

Por Trás do Congá(2023)

Folha virada(2025)

The short film follows the daily lives of Pai Marcos Luciano de Oxalá and Madrinha Catingueira, LGBTQIAPN+ Umbanda leaders in Piauí. The film looks at their experiences inside and outside the terreiros, showing the tensions between gender, sexuality and religiosity. The title refers to the expression "turning the leaf", used to describe a ritual in Afro-Brazilian religious shrines in which people's sexual orientation or gender identity was "turned".

Exú Não É O Diabo(2025)

Words with Gods(2014)

The first of four installments in the groundbreaking Heartbeat of the World anthology film series. Comprised of several short films by some of the world's most exciting directors, Words with Gods follows the theme of religion - specifically as it relates to an individual's relationship with his/her god or gods...or the lack thereof. In Words with Gods, each director recounts a narrative centered around human fragility, as well as environmental and cultural crises involving specific religions with which each has a personal relationship; including early Aboriginal Spirituality, Umbanda, Buddhism, the Abrahamic faiths, Hinduism, and Atheism. An animated sequence by Mexican animator Maribel Martinez is woven through each of the film segments, with each segment narratively connected as a feature-length film.

Nayola(2023)

In 1995, during the Angolan civil war, Nayola sets out in search of her missing husband.

Tokolosh(2011)

Based on South African Tokolosh myths & legends. The Tokolosh is believed to be a dwarf like creature that has been killing people since 1838. Set in modern day South Africa a young architect tries to find out more about his wife's mysterious death and realizes there is something more sinister at work.

Mpobe & The Mysterious World(2025)

In "Mpobe & The Mysterious World (Uganda’s first 3D adventure film)," a skilled hunter named Mpobe embarks on an extraordinary journey after he follows his dog, Ddungu, into a mystical portal hidden in a dark cave. Transported to a mysterious underworld teeming with strange creatures and ancient secrets, Mpobe must navigate perilous challenges, from dinosaur chases to encounters with talking trees. His only hope of returning home lies in finding the elusive temple of Walumbe, the formidable king of the underworld. Along the way, Mpobe discovers that survival requires not only bravery but also wisdom, as he makes a pact with Walumbe to keep the secrets of the underworld. But a moment of temptation leads to dire consequences, threatening Mpobe's return to his loved ones and setting the stage for a battle between the realms.