Kleber Mendonça Filho, a renowned Brazilian director, is making four of his short films available for free on the Neon distribution website in the lead-up to the Oscar Awards. This initiative coincides with his nomination for an Oscar with the film "O Agente Secreto," which has been nominated for Best Picture, Best Actor for Wagner Moura, Best International Film, and the inaugural Best Ensemble award. This move not only promotes his current work but also allows audiences to explore his earlier contributions to cinema.

Mendonça's film career began with short films, and he is well-known for his feature works like "O Som ao Redor," "Aquarius," and "Bacurau." By making these shorts accessible, the director aims to celebrate his roots in short film production as well as to engage a broader audience ahead of the prestigious award ceremony. The shorts being featured include "Vinil Verde" (2004), "Eletrodoméstica" (2005), "Recife Frio" (2009), and "A Copa do Mundo no Recife" (2015), each exploring various thematic narratives and artistic expressions that characterize Mendonça's storytelling style.

The short film "Vinil Verde" tells the poignant story of a mother who gives her daughter a box of colored records, with a warning never to touch the green vinyl. This thematic exploration of memory and familial relationships sets the tone for Mendonça's distinctive style. As the Academy Awards draw closer, this initiative not only highlights Mendonça's cinematic journey but also underscores the importance of recognizing and celebrating short films as a vital part of the filmmaking landscape.