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Black is Beautiful - Roots of Transformation

The short film Black is Beautiful explores the importance of representation and the power of fashion in our daily lives. Through the powerful stories of four Black women who embrace their cultures and roots, the film fosters a fundamental reflection on identity and representation. These narratives highlight the strength, beauty, and resilience of Black culture in Brazil.

  • William de Oliveira Lima
    Director
  • William de Oliveira Lima
    Writer
  • Lilian de Oliveira Lima Ritz
    Producer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Preto é Lindo - Raizes da Transformação
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Genres:
    Observational Documentary, Interview Documentary, Essay Documentary, Inspirational Documentary
  • Runtime:
    30 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    March 8, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    600 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Brazil
  • Country of Filming:
    Brazil
  • Language:
    Portuguese
  • Shooting Format:
    digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - William de Oliveira Lima

William Lima is a photographer and independent video producer. He is a student of Film Direction and Screenplay and has been working in independent content production for over 10 years with photo essays and video production. He believes in the potential of the arts as a means of social transformation, and wants to contribute to the appreciation of the social cultural potential of his country.

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Director Statement

I'm a budding filmmaker, and my passion is for telling and recording stories. This project was developed with a very limited budget, using almost entirely just the cell phone. But with a lot of dedication and passion. May this report contribute to encouraging producers and sellers of artisanal foods around the world.

Long live the cinema, Long live the culture.