June 26, 2026 | Má Língua

Short Film Night — Vol. 2

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On a Friday night in June, we watched films exploring personal transformation, self-discovery and the moments that can quietly reshape the live.

The program included

Noir-Soleil

Directed by Marie Larrivé, 2021

A French animated film about a father and daughter who meet again after many years, trying to understand something about their past and, perhaps, become a little closer.

The film premiered at Cannes Semaine du Critique.

Lapso

Directed by Caroline Cavalcanti, 2024

This Brazilian film explores the relationship between two teenagers: a deaf girl expressing her protest through acts of vandalism, and a boy who falls in love with her while trying to help both her and himself.

The film presents two different points of view, and two different ways of hearing. When we experience the world through the girl's perspective, sound disappears, placing us inside a world that feels far more fragile.

The film premiered at the Berlinale.


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Holy Cow Lisa

Directed by Bianca Giaever, 2012

One of the early student films by Bianca Giaever, a storyteller from New-York, Holy Cow Lisa reflects on love and heartbreak through a playful documentary form.

Sara Berman’s Closet

Directed by Bianca Giaever and Elori Kramer, 2017

Another documentary by Bianca Giaever, this film is much more mature in its form. Built almost entirely from still images rather than moving footage, it tells the story of an ordinary woman from New York whose wardrobe unexpectedly became part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.

The film was released by The New Yorker


The Irresistible Piano

Directed by Alice Guy, 1907

A short comedy about people unable to resist the sound of music. More than a century later, the film continues to be referenced in music videos and other visual works.


More Happiness

Directed by Livia Huang, 2021

A delicate exploration of love through stunning, tender visuals. Any search for happiness is inevitably accompanied by pain.

Official Selection, Berlin International Film Festival

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Caprice

Directed by Joanna Hogg, 1986

The first film by British director Joanna Hogg, later known for The Souvenir, The Eternal Daughter and many other remarkable works. Caprice takes us into the worlds of glamour and media. Visually bold and playful, it leans towards comedy, features several musical performances, and includes one of Tilda Swinton's earliest screen appearances.

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