Projeto Paradiso and Embratur Announce ‘The Blue Trail’ Amongst First Round of Selected Films for Screen Brasil, Confirm Expanded Second Edition (EXCLUSIVE)

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Projeto Paradiso and Embratur have announced the first round of selected films for the Screen Brasil initiative, which aims to promote Brazilian cinema internationally. Among the selected films is the Silver Bear-winning 'The Blue Trail' by Gabriel Mascaro. The initiative will expand in its second edition, increasing the number of films supported and offering greater flexibility for distributors.

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▪The selected films include 'The Blue Trail,' 'The Nature of Invisible Things,' and 'Papaya.'
▪Screen Brasil was launched to support the distribution of Brazilian feature films and enhance the country's global presence in cinema.
▪The second edition will feature four films and will have two application rounds, with an extended release window for distributors.

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Home Film Global May 18, 2026 2:45am PT Projeto Paradiso and Embratur Announce ‘The Blue Trail’ Amongst First Round of Selected Films for Screen Brasil, Confirm Expanded Second Edition (EXCLUSIVE) The selected films, which also include 'The Nature of Invisible Things' and 'Papaya,' are set to be announced during Matinée Brésil, an event at the Marché du Film’s official program By Rafa Sales Ross Plus Icon Rafa Sales Ross Guest Contributor Latest Toronto-Winning ‘Charcoal’ Director Carolina Markowicz to Shoot ‘The Funeral’ Starring Maeve Jinkings (EXCLUSIVE) 1 day ago Dominga Sotomayor Talks Working on First Adaptation, Broaching Motherhood Through a Relationship Between a Woman and Her Dog in ‘La Perra’ 1 day ago Selton Mello on Continuous ‘I’m Still Here’ Momentum, Attending Cannes for…

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