Olhar (2026)

Olhar is a 2026 Brazilian fantasy drama that follows Marcelo ten years after his mother disappears during a major religious festival. Shortly before another celebration, he encounters Sandra and her son Ivan, mysterious travelers who draw him into a journey toward a dangerous border.

The film combines coming-of-age storytelling, LGBTQIA+ themes, Brazilian regional cinema, fantasy, and magical realism. Its Alagoas setting and folkloric atmosphere provide a distinctive backdrop for a story about absence, fascination, and crossing boundaries.

• Rafhael Barbosa directed the film.
• It was produced by La Ursa Cinematográfica and distributed by Olhar Filmes.
• The film runs approximately 88 minutes.
• It won Best Director, Best Sound, and Best Art Direction at the 2026 Olhar de Cinema festival.
• The film is part of the festival's Brazilian competition and was released in Brazil in June 2026.