Smell of Diesel (2026)
The documentary portrays the collective traumas of the militarization of Rio de Janeiro’s favelas occupied by the Armed Forces during the mega sporting events. Through voices from within the favelas, the film documents the struggle for justice and reparation for victims of human rights violations.
Directors: Natasha Neri, Gizele Martins.
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Gizele Martins as |
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Victor Santiago as |
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Edrilene Neves as |
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Jefferson Marconi as |
| Directing | Natasha Neri | Director |
| Directing | Gizele Martins | Director |
| Writing | Natasha Neri | Writer |
| Writing | Gizele Martins | Writer |
| Writing | Juliana Farias | Writer |
| Production | Mariana Genescá | Producer |
| Production | Gabriel Medeiros | Producer |
| Crew | Leonardo Nabuco | Cinematography |
| Camera | Lula Carvalho | Additional Photography |
| Editing | Gabriel Medeiros | Editor |