APROCINE brings together audiovisual producers, directors, and creators committed to advancing and sustaining cinema and independent production throughout Brazil's Federal District and across the nation[cite: 1].
Founded by the documentary master Vladimir Carvalho (In Memoriam), one of Brazilian cinema's most prominent figures, APROCINE's core mission is to represent, unite, and elevate filmmakers while promoting strategic partnerships, production opportunities, and public cultural policies[cite: 1].
Today, the association unites 26 active members, bringing together foundational historic masters with new generations of storytellers who build Brazil's cinematic voice through award-winning works, international co-productions, cultural diversity, and ongoing artistic innovation[cite: 1].
Guiding voices and institutional vision driving audiovisual arts in Brasília
Iconic Brazilian documentarian and founder of APROCINE[cite: 1]. Immortalized critical and poetic perspectives on Brazilian history and society in masterpieces such as Conterrâneos Velhos de Guerra[cite: 1].
President of APROCINE and the LumiArt Cultural Institute[cite: 1]. Filmmaker focused on impactful social themes, human rights, and female empowerment (Pedra do Mal, Virada de Jogo)[cite: 1].
Vice-president of APROCINE and internationally recognized sound engineer and producer[cite: 1]. Experienced in global co-productions and award-winning features like Por Que Você Não Chora?[cite: 1].
Productions by APROCINE members regularly showcase at prestigious global festivals, including Venice, the Berlinale, and the Festival de Brasília, sparking critical reflection on human rights, independent art, and Brazilian identity[cite: 1].
Award-winning titles directed and produced by association members
Creative minds shaping the identity and future of Brazilian cinema[cite: 1]
Featured Directors & Producers: Vladimir Carvalho (In Memoriam), Santiago Delappe, Núbia Santana, Patrick de Jongh, John Howard Szerman, Carina Bini, Simonia Queiroz, Renato Barbieri, Marcus Ligocki, Nilson Rodrigues, Reginaldo Gontijo, Edileuza Penha, André Luiz de Oliveira, Cibele Amaral, Dani Marinho[cite: 1].
Associated Filmmakers: Caetano Cury, Andréa Glória, Arthur Gonzaga, Jimmy, Marcelo Toledo, Marcelo Diaz, Johril Carvalho, Mário, Mauro Giuntini, Natália Brandino, Walder Jr[cite: 1].
Strengthening the production ecosystem for independent audiovisual arts[cite: 1]
Active advocacy for sustainable public funding and cultural policies[cite: 1].
Active involvement in major international film markets and festivals (Venice, Berlinale)[cite: 1].
Championing diverse creators, female leadership, and Afro-Brazilian filmmakers[cite: 1].
Hundreds of festival awards combined across our active member film catalog[cite: 1].
Reflections from leaders shaping the seventh art in the capital[cite: 1]
"Documentary cinema serves as a critical and poetic lens on our people, our shared history, and our politics."[cite: 1]
"Our unwavering commitment is to independent filmmaking, social transformation, and the elevation of Brazil's plural voices."[cite: 1]