Blooming on the Asphalt
(Germinio pétalas no asfalto)
Coraci Ruiz, Julio Matos | Documentary
2022 | 79 minutes | Brazil
A vibrant and inspiring documentary that captures the resilience and strength of queer Brazilian youth.
Synopsis
As Jack starts his gender transition process, Brazil is plunged into a wave of extreme conservatism. For five years, we follow the transformations in both his life and in Brazil, as the LGBTQI+ community are challenged by an ultra-right-wing government and a devastating pandemic.
This intimate portrayal of Jack and his friends reveals a tender network of affection and solidarity that flourishes in the midst of adversity. Blooming on the Asphalt is a beautiful, vibrant documentary that captures the resilience and strength of queer Brazilian youth.
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Main credits
Ruiz, Coraci (film director)
Ruiz, Coraci (screenwriter)
Ruiz, Coraci (film producer)
Matos, Julio (film director)
Matos, Julio (screenwriter)
Matos, Julio (film producer)
Fagá, Luiza (screenwriter)
Romero, Hidalgo (film producer)
Celeste, Jack (on-screen participant)
Other credits
Cinematography, Coraci Ruiz; editor, Luiza Fagá; music, Malka Julieta, Tuca Freitas.
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Pragda subjects
Body Image
Economics + Social Class Issues
Gender + Sexuality Studies
Latin American Studies
Mental Health
Political Science
Sociology
South America
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Festivals
International Film Festival of La Paz - Best Documentary Feature; Festival Mix Brazil - Honorable Mention; Vancouver Queer Film Festival; Queer Film & Art Fest UK; Lovers Film Festival Italy
DIRECTOR: Coraci Ruiz, Julio Matos
NATIONALITY: Brazil
YEAR: 2022
GENRE: Documentary
LANGUAGE: Portuguese
COLOR / B&W: Color
GRADE LEVEL: High School, College, Adults
SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE
AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE
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