Pictures of Ghosts (Retratos fantasmas)
Date & Time
Location Main Campus | Law Building
Film Information
| Theater | Brown Auditorium Theater, digital |
| Directed by | Kleber Mendonça Filho |
| Year | 2023 |
| Length | 93 minutes |
| Country | Brazil |
| Language | Portuguese with English subtitles |
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Pictures of Ghosts (Retratos fantasmas)
Date & Time
Location Main Campus | Law Building
Film Information
| Theater | Brown Auditorium Theater, digital |
| Directed by | Kleber Mendonça Filho |
| Year | 2023 |
| Length | 93 minutes |
| Country | Brazil |
| Language | Portuguese with English subtitles |
The latest from celebrated director Kleber Mendonça Filho (Bacurau) delves into the coastal city of Recife’s historical and human fabric, focusing on its iconic movie theaters that once served as hubs of social interaction during the 20th century. The film reflects profound shifts in societal norms and practices through a blend of archival documentary, mystery, film excerpts, and personal recollections. Pictures of Ghosts crafts a compelling map of a city through the lens of cinema.
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Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris, The June Leaf and Robert Frank Foundation, and the Vaughn Foundation.
Generous funding is provided by The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Nina and Michael Zilkha; Lois Chiles; Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Ms. Laurence Unger; L'Alliance Française de Houston; and ILEX Foundation.