Rondônia Film Festival opens with Energisa sponsorship

The second edition of CineRO - Rondônia Film Festival , officially kicked off this Sunday, August 25, with an opening ceremony at the Guaporé Theater. The festival's main objective is to broaden access to national cinema in Rondônia and promote the state's audiovisual production.

The official program runs until September 1, 2024, at the Teatro Guaporé and Cine Veneza. In addition to the screenings in cinemas, the project is holding screenings in alternative venues, such as schools and outlying neighborhoods, with themed shows dedicated to children's films, Pan-African cinema, films directed by women, among others. For those who won't be in Porto Velho, the festival is also offering a virtual exhibition until September 24, including 10 films produced in Rondônia. Finally, the program also includes workshops and talks, strengthening the local audiovisual market.

Sponsored by the Energisa Group and with the support of the Energisa Institute, this edition of the festival is made possible by the Cultural Incentive Law (Rouanet Law) and features a diverse and accessible program.

We are happy to say that this project is totally in line with Energisa's commitments, which have always believed in the transformative power of culture as a fundamental right. Culture is everyone's right and events like this are essential for promoting a more inclusive society, where diversity is recognized, preserved and valued," said André Theobald, CEO of Energisa Rondônia.

This year, the festival's curators received 1,701 entries and selected 135 works, including shorts, features, documentaries, animations and experimental films.

We're very pleased with the turnout and interest in the festival this year. We received entries from all over the country, which demonstrates CineRO's relevance on the national scene. Our goal is to continue expanding access to cinema and providing enriching cultural experiences for everyone. We're very happy with the sponsorship of the Energisa Group and the support of the Energisa Institute, which will contribute to the festival's success this year," celebrates Édier Willian, the festival's coordinator.

If you're interested, check out the full program and don't miss the chance to explore the best of cinema in Rondônia and throughout Brazil.