The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival is an annual event celebrating Brazilian cinema in Hollywood. Its 7th edition featured a glamorous red-carpet opening and appearances by renowned Brazilian actors and filmmakers. The festival showcased feature films, shorts, and documentaries over six days and multiple venues. LABFF strengthens cultural ties between Brazil and the U.S.

 

The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates Brazilian cinema

The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates Brazilian cinema

The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival (LABFF) is an annual event that celebrates Brazilian cinema and promotes cultural exchange between Brazil and the United States.

A Hollywood-style opening night

The opening night of the 7th Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival took place in true Hollywood style. The talented host Giselle Claudino interviewed some of Brazil’s top directors and actors as they walked the long red carpet.

Brazilian celebrities such as Daniela Escobar, Rita Guedes, Suzana Pires, Caio Castro, and Moacyr Franco gathered to celebrate Brazilian film in the heart of Hollywood.

Selected films and highlights

This edition of the festival featured outstanding selections in Feature Films, Short Films, and Documentaries, including:

  • The Great Victory – Stefano Capuzzi Lapietra

  • Forever Nevermore – Emerson Muzelli

  • Chest Game – Luis Antonio Pereira

  • Son of Crime – Daniel Ghivelder

  • The Age of Innocence – Ivann Willing

Festival dates and venues

The 7th Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival was held over six days, across three different venues, from September 13 to September 18, 2014.

* Special thanks to Francois Palais/Photos.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival?
It is an annual festival that celebrates Brazilian cinema and promotes cultural exchange in Hollywood.

2. When was the 7th edition of the festival held?
From September 13 to September 18, 2014.

3. Which Brazilian celebrities attended the event?
Celebrities included Daniela Escobar, Rita Guedes, Suzana Pires, Caio Castro, and Moacyr Franco.

4. What types of films are showcased at LABFF?
The festival features feature films, short films, and documentaries.

5. Where does the festival take place?
In Los Angeles, across multiple venues.