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Doha, Qatar, June 19, 2014: Doha Film Institute’s Qatar Brazil 2014 Cinema Showcase in partnership with Qatar Museums continues this month with, a compelling coming-of-age drama which provides a fascinating glimpse into rural life in Brazil.
The screenings will take place at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) auditorium on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th June at 7pm each night.

‘Mutum’ tells the story of ten-year-old Thiago who lives with his family on an isolated farm in the arid backlands of Minas Gerais, Brazil. As Thiago is forced to confront separation and betrayal within his home, he begins, little by little, to see and understand a place that he had never been able to before, thus slowly letting go of his innocence.

‘Mutum’ is an outstanding debut from director, Sandra Kogut, and is based on the popular Brazilian novel by João Guimarães Rosa. It was the recipient of many international awards and has been widely praised for the stunning performances by the child actors and the rich layering of cultural themes about rural life in Brazil.

The monthly programme of Brazilian films is presented in partnership with the Qatar Museums to celebrate the Qatar Brazil 2014 Year of Culture. The initiative will continue throughout 2014 on the last weekend of each month, presenting a selection of exceptional classic and contemporary films that highlight the rich diversity of Brazil’s cinematic history and bring audiences unforgettable works from internationally renowned directors.

Tickets are now on sale at www.dohafilminstitute.com and at the MIA DFI Ticket Outlet*. Tickets are priced at QAR 35 for general public and a special discounted rate of QAR 25 for students.

The monthly programme of Brazilian films is presented in partnership with the Qatar Museums Authority to celebrate the Qatar Brazil 2014 Year of Culture. The initiative will continue throughout 2014 on the last weekend of each month, presenting a selection of exceptional classic and contemporary films that highlight the rich diversity of Brazil’s cinematic history and bring audiences unforgettable works from internationally renowned directors.

For more information, please visit www.dohafilminstitute.com and look out for the next installment of screenings for the coming months.