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- Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo were the main honorees at the 28th Brazilian Film Festival in Paris, marking the first time a couple was honored together.
- The festival showcased over 30 films, including Lázaro Ramoss directorial debut, Medida Provisória, and retrospectives celebrating both actors careers.
- Paulo Gustavo was also honored with a tribute that included a screening of his film and an exclusive commemorative video produced by Globo Filmes.
- The festival typically draws over five thousand attendees to celebrate Brazilian audiovisual content, with the 2026 festival featuring more than thirty productions across seven sections.
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Lázaro Ramos was the main honoree at the 28th Brazilian Film Festival in Paris on April 12th. The festival, held outdoors at L’Arlequin in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, showcased over 30 films. This year marked the first time the festival paid tribute to a couple, honoring both Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo. Antônio Pitanga, Ingrid Guimarães, Maria Fernanda Cândido and other attendees celebrated the occasion. Franco-Senegalese actress Aïssa Maïga presented the Jangada Award to Ramos. Ramos noted that Araújo was unable to attend, as she was in Brazil working on her first monologue, Mudando de Pele. He emphasized the significance of their joint tribute, stating, “I’ve wanted to come to this festival for years… and now, my first time here, I’m screening films that mean the world to me and getting this honor alongside Taís.” He further acknowledged their special partnership: “We’ve never been honored together like this. So, I want to thank everyone for honoring these two artists—because she’s the love of my life, my partner in every way.”
Following his acceptance speech, the program continued with the premiere of Medida Provisória, Lázaro Ramos’s directorial debut, which features Taís Araújo in a significant role. The festival also presented retrospectives celebrating both actors, featuring films such as Madame Satã by Karim Aïnouz and Tudo o Que Aprendemos Juntos by Sérgio Machado for Ramos, and Pixinguinha – Um Homem Carinhoso by Denise Saraceni and Allan Fiterman, as well as Garrincha – Estrela Solitária by Milton Alencar for Araújo. In his speech, Ramos shared his lifelong passion for cinema: “Being here brought back my history with movie theaters. I’d go to Cineart in Bahia as a young guy, waiting for Os Trapalhões premieres. Never imagined I’d make a film someday. It’s great to be part of Brazilian cinema’s big family, which this festival cares for and appreciates.”
The festival also honored Paulo Gustavo that evening, with a tribute that included a screening of Minha Mãe é Uma Peça 3, directed by Susana Garcia, and an exclusive commemorative video produced by Globo Filmes. Thales Bretas, Gustavo’s widower and the father of his children, accepted the honor alongside Ingrid Guimarães. Attendees also viewed a sneak peek of Garcia’s upcoming comedy, Minha Melhor Amiga, starring Guimarães and Monica Martelli, which is scheduled for release in Brazilian cinemas in September. The Brazilian Film Festival in Paris typically draws over five thousand attendees to celebrate Brazilian audiovisual content. The 2026 festival will feature more than thirty productions across seven sections: Competitive, Out of Competition, Documentaries, Tributes to Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo, Paulo Gustavo, School Session, and New Afternoon Session – Successes of 2025. Films in competition include Assalto ao Banco Central by José Eduardo Belmonte, Cancer with Virgo Ascendant by Rosane Svartman, Five Types of Fear by Bruno Barreto, Males by Antônio Pitanga, Near the Sun is Clearer by Regina Faria, and We Need to Talk by Rebeca Diniz and Pedro Waddington.
Celebrating Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo at the 28th Brazilian Cinema Festival in Paris – Tribute to Paulo Gustavo and New Releases
The 28th Brazilian Film Festival in Paris celebrated Lázaro Ramos and Taís Araújo, paid tribute to Paulo Gustavo, and showcased a diverse program of Brazilian cinema.
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In a candid moment, our last post left us pondering the depth of reflection that comes with time. If you’re yearning for more insightful conversations, we invite you to join Sophie Laurent’s recent interview with Brazilian acting legend Tony Ramos, published on February 11th. “Tony Ramos Reflects on Career, Life’s Finitude, and Affection in ‘Mirror – 20 Years Later'” offers a poignant journey through Ramos’ six-decade career, from his early days in “Novas Diretrizes em Tempos de Paz” to his latest role. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation on February 13th at 22:00, exclusively on Canal Brasil Tony Ramos Reflects on Career, Life’s Finitude, and Affection in “Mirror – 20 Years Later.