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Brazilian film 'A Margem do Rio' wins award at Locarno Festival
The film 'A Margem do Rio', directed by Matheus Farias and Enock Carvalho, was awarded at the Locarno Festival in Switzerland on Saturday (15).
The Brazilian film "A Margem do Rio" received the Jury Special Prize at the Locarno Festival held in Switzerland on Saturday (15). Directors Matheus Farias and Enock Carvalho, making their feature-film debut, were responsible for the work, which was filmed in Recife.
The film's plot centers around a romance between two men. "A Margem do Rio" was the only representative from Brazil in the festival's main competition, where it was in the running for the Golden Leopard, the most prestigious award.
The Golden Leopard was awarded to the film "You Don't Belong Here" by Romanian director Florin Serban. The recognition of the Brazilian film highlights its relevance in the international festival circuit.
The Jury Special Prize is a form of recognition that is often seen as a significant achievement in the film world. Directed by Farias and Carvalho, the film has garnered attention for both its narrative and representation.
According to reports, the awards took place during the 76th edition of the Locarno Festival, which is considered one of the oldest and most respected film festivals in Europe.