When a Black ballerina takes the stage, silence transforms.
After years on the margins of a ballet company because of her skin color, a young Black dancer finally takes the lead role. As her body is exoticized for success, she must choose between pleasing and dancing in her truth.
Ketheleen Souza
Carmen
Monique Benoski
Primeira Bailarina
Vida Santos
Professora
Director
Marina Barancelli
Writers
Marina Barancelli
Ana Torres
Director of Photography
Daniela Klem
Director of Photography
Giovanna Heroso
Production Design
Thay Lopes
Costume Design
Renata Jones
5/13/2026
A visually striking film that contrasts the grace of ballet with discomfort and control. The camera lingers on the dancer’s body in ways that feel both beautiful and invasive, reinforcing the film’s central tension. Soft lighting creates a world where elegance and unease coexist. More than anything, it’s the imagery that lingers—haunting, controlled and quietly powerful.
SiBugsy
5/16/2026
very beautiful cinematography, it reminded me of David Lynch. A very well shot film and beautiful soundtrack!
bernardoribeiro
5/24/2026
very powerful and touching. Incredible directing! beautiful cinematography and music. score is the best!
Roberfilmnoir
5/24/2026
A friend showed me this short this week, therefore I watched it two times. The social critic here is very intense and beautifully crafted, very beautiful and sad piece of art. ART.
