From Tattoos to Samba: 5 Movies You Can See For Free in L.A. This Weekend

Without a doubt, Brazil is the warhorse of Latin American cinema. With a steady industrial production, an enthusiastic and self-sustaining domestic market and an unmistakable national brand that mixes commercial appeal with social commentary, Brazil has asserted itself as one of the most important centers of global film production, period. Recognizing the potential benefits of a deeper connection between the thriving industry in Sao Paulo and the cinematic O.G., Hollywood, CA, a group of film professionals from North and South came together to form the Hollywood Brazilian Film Festival, which kicks off its 6th edition today at Hollywood’s Montalbán Theater.

Featuring both critical and commercial hits from established directors and short films from promising up-and-comers, the Hollywood Brazilian Film Festival is a great opportunity for Angelinos to catch up on the latest from that more relaxed superpower to the south. Here’s a look at some of the films in the program.

The Hollywood Brazilian Film Festival runs November 21 – 23, 2014 and all screenings are free!