🏆 We Did It! Best Performance at the Brazilian International Festival goes to "Estação da Cultura"!

It is with immense joy and gratitude that we share with you that Estação da Cultura has won the award for Best Performance at the Festival Cereja 🍒 2024, held in Leiria, Portugal 🇵🇹🌍✨

Since its official release on April 14, 2024, the short film Estação da Cultura has been acclaimed at various festivals, increasing its visibility both in Brazil and internationally. This production, which addresses relevant themes with a unique aesthetic, has already carved out an impressive path and continues to reach new heights.

Among its most recent participations, the screening at the Roliúde Queer Festival stands out. The festival took place in Paraíba, traveling through cities like João Pessoa, Campina Grande, and Catolé do Rocha. The warm reception highlighted the film’s relevance within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Additionally, the short was included in the program of Cineclube Cinco Tostões, held in Caruaru, Pernambuco, where the local audience had the opportunity to experience the film. At the Pernambuco Meu País Festival, it had an exclusive screening in Gravatá-PE, strengthening its connection with Pernambuco audiences. Still in the state’s interior, the film was part of the Cine Cultural program in Afogados da Ingazeira, Sertão do Pajeú, during September and October 2024.

Outside Pernambuco, the short film participated on October 25 in the Mostra Curta Mineiridades at Rua Barão de Monte Alto, in Cardoso, Barreiro, Minas Gerais, an event organized by Ponto de Cultura Casa de Arte Sabiá. In November, it was screened at the São Bernardo do Campo Film Festival in São Paulo, further solidifying its presence at prominent events across the country.

Crossing borders, Estação da Cultura was selected for the prestigious Festival Cereja in Leiria, Portugal. The screening took place from September 5–9, 2024, at Galeria Cereja, located on Rua da Fé, solidifying the film as a strong representative of Brazilian independent cinema on the international stage.

With this trajectory, Estação da Cultura continues paving its way to success, standing out for its captivating narrative and ability to spark deep reflections, while bringing a piece of Northeastern Brazilian culture to the world.

"This recognition is the result of immense hard work, passion, and dedication from the entire team involved. "

Every scene, every emotion, was created with heartfelt commitment, and knowing that it resonated with both audiences and jurors is an indescribable reward.

I conclude by extending my heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported us on this journey and to all who attended the screenings. I am confident this award will be the first of many! - Elle Moon

Synopsis

Estação da Cultura is an experimental short film about time travel. The story follows a train passenger who is transported to the Estação da Cultura, a cultural landmark in Arcoverde, in the Moxotó sertão of Pernambuco. As she navigates through memories and historical moments—from its inauguration as an old railway station to the present day—the passenger experiences encounters and farewells while connecting with the lands of the interior. The narrative unfolds through the body of the young woman as she embarks on a journey in search of new horizons, closing the cycle where it all began.

Team

• Elle Moon – Writer and Director

• Tulio Pyrrho – Director of Photography

• Cecília Gonçalves – Production Director

• Gley Paes and Bah Correia – Producers

• Tulio Pyrrho and Elle Moon – Editors

• Hanna Herrera – Costume Designer

• Manu Silveira – Makeup Artist

• Alana Martiniano – Soundtrack and Sound Design

• Elle Moon – Time Traveler

• Cecília Gonçalves – Illustrator and Translator

Special Participation

• Tropa do Balacobaco and Grupo Muzenza

Support

• Estação da Cultura

• Tropa do Balacobaco

• Grupo Muzenza

• Akasha Produções

• Cobogó das Artes

• Portela Produções

• Duetindica

Acknowledgments

• Susi and Mota

• Ivaldo, Cristina, and João Felipe

• Adriano Portela

• Seu José

• Nico, Vivi, Elis, and Tristão (our cats)

• Meg and Eva (our dogs)

Credits

• Estações Ferroviárias do Estado de Pernambuco

• Adamastor Fotografia

• Edson Xavier e Rodrigo Henrique

• Projeto Memória Ferroviária de Pernambuco

• Mapa Cultural Estação da Cultura

Sponsorship and Incentive

• Lei Paulo Gustavo

• Prefeitura de Arcoverde

• Ministério e Secretaria da Cultura

• Governo Federal de Pernambuco