The Creators Bridge confirmed plans to distribute three documentaries. The news comes soon after the announcement of the drama series "Black Rain," which features one of the protagonists from "Down Syndrome." “The term "intentional entertainment" refers to content that meets the demand for meaning, visibility, representation, the breaking of stereotypes, educational value, empowerment, and the promotion of equal rights. It's far from new that television shows have been a focal point for discussions in a rapidly changing society," Felipe Herz Boclin, the CEO of The Creators Bridge said. "However, what we are witnessing the power of international content to encourage new reflections and references for the debate. It’s about human after all, and Brazil has a significant role to inspire and be part of it."
For the first time, the company will globally represent the documentaries "Lorna Washington-Surviving Probable Losses" and the award-winning "Luana Muniz – The Moon's Daughter." Created and produced by Rian Córdova and Leonardo Menezes from Guaraná Content Productions, the docs unveil the iconic stories of two major Brazilian transvestites who fought for their artistic dreams, challenging the status quo to became activists and branded their names for equal rights in the country. Lastly, the company will distribute "Ayahuasca - Expansion Of Consciousness." Following the same perspective, The Creators Bridge has obtained international distribution rights from Na Laje Filmes for the documentary, which explores the phenomenon of the rise of psychedelic treatment, specifically focusing on the spiritual healing ritual of Ayahuasca.
"Lorna Washington-Surviving Probable Losses" features Aa icon of the LGBTQIA+ scene who had been performing since the 1980s at Rio de Janeiro’s gay scene, Lorna Washington was known for her versatility, elegance and controversial opinions. She made history in legendary nightclubs in the 1980s and 90s, performing on various stages from New York to Hawaii. Her activism in the fight for LGBT rights and HIV awareness also led her to be honored by the Rio de Janeiro City Council. The documentary reveals an artist who turned his own tragedy into a great comedy. Off stage, Lorna was Celso Paulino Maciel, who was recovering from a cardiac arrest suffered last year, but couldn't take it, dying in November 2023. In Brazil, the documentary is licensed to GloboPlay.
"Daughter Of The Moon" (78’ / 2017) is an award-winning documentary tells the story of Luana Diniz. The story tells the journey of a teenager to become a prostitute, changed her body during the dictatorship and worked in several European countries. From the streets to becoming a celebrity, Luana has never left aside her artistic and social power. She managed an institution that housed transvestites, where she took care of behavior, prevention, and documentation. Above all, she managed to command respect, at a time when transvestites continue to be brutally assaulted in Brazil. "Luana is one of those characters who live a heroine saga and we root for her to turn the tables and win in the end," Menezes said. "She's one of the most humane and hard-hitting people I've met. I hope her hunger for a living inspires people," says Rian. In Brazil, the film has been broadcasted to Grupo Globo's Canal Brasil.
"Ayahuasca - Expansion Of Consciousness" aims to delve into the history and evolution of Ayahuasca, from its origins in the Amazon Rainforest to its current global popularity. Ayahuasca is a psychoactive tea derived from plants and has been traditionally used for centuries by indigenous communities in the Amazon Rainforest for spiritual, medicinal, and cultural purposes. The documentary provides a well-rounded perspective on this controversial subject, offering statistical data and insights from medical professionals, therapists, anthropologists, indigenous peoples, scientists, and religious leaders. The creator and director, Fausto Noro, embarks on a personal journey of healing using Ayahuasca, which is interwoven with the broader narrative. In Brazil, the documentary is licensed to Prime Video.
The deals form part of the Brazilian agency's active efforts to identify opportunities in the global market for Brazilian content by analyzing current trends and genre preferences, and then connecting them with international demand. The selection of these documentaries has been carefully made to align with the programming strategies of various platforms and channels.