The Tiradentes Film Festival is taking place in São Paulo at Cinesesc from March 12 to 18, featuring a selection of 28 unreleased Brazilian films. This event serves as an extension of the 29th edition of the festival held in Minas Gerais, which is guided by the theme 'Sovereign Imagination'. The festival aims to provide a glimpse into the contemporary experimental audiovisual landscape of Brazil, highlighting innovative and diverse narratives.

All films presented in São Paulo are notable features from the main festival program in Tiradentes and have not yet been released in the commercial circuit, making this an exclusive opportunity for film enthusiasts. The opening session is set to be free, with tickets available one hour prior, whilst other screenings offer different pricing tiers, ensuring accessibility for various attendees. The festival celebrates not just the richness of Brazilian cinema, but also aims to engage a broader audience in the appreciation of experimental art forms.

Film fans can expect a vibrant array of long titles, with daily screenings scheduled throughout the week. The first two films showcased include 'Anistia 79' directed by Anita Leandro and 'Politktok' directed by Álvaro Andrade Alves, both representing a new wave of Brazilian storytelling that addresses relevant social and political themes. Overall, the event is positioned as a significant cultural milestone within the Brazilian film scene, encouraging dialogue and engagement with new artistic voices.