The 1st Dorothy Stang Cinema Festival in Belém, Brazil, focuses on climate justice and human rights in the Amazon, featuring film screenings and workshops from February 27 to March 1.
The city of Belém is hosting its inaugural Dorothy Stang Cinema Festival from February 27 to March 1, which centers around the themes of climate justice and human rights concerning the Amazon. Taking place at the Dorothy Stang Square in the Sacramenta neighborhood, this festival aims to use strategic public spaces for film screenings, debates, and activities designed to promote reflection on pressing issues facing the Amazon rainforest.
A key highlight of this festival is its educational component, which includes film workshops focused on scriptwriting, sound capture, and filming techniques. These workshops will be conducted in a new innovation hub in the city, the Parque da Cidade, and will utilize the facilities at the Bioeconomy Complex. Experienced professionals from the Amazonian audiovisual sector will lead these sessions, providing hands-on experience and insights to participants interested in film production.
By fostering discussions around climate justice and emphasizing the role of the Amazon in global ecological stability, the festival not only celebrates cinema but also seeks to engage the community in pertinent issues that affect their environment. With awards of R$ 8,000 being offered, the event encourages local filmmakers to contribute to the dialogue surrounding sustainability and the protection of human rights in the region.
