Celebrate the spirit of Brazil's Carnival with Trinta! Join us for a special screening of this 2014 Brazilian film that tells the inspiring true story of Joãozinho Trinta, the visionary behind Rio de Janeiro's most spectacular parades. Don’t miss this cinematic tribute to creativity, resilience, and the magic of samba!

Set in the 1970s and 1980s, Trinta follows Joãozinho Trinta’s transformation from a classical ballet dancer to one of the most iconic figures in Brazilian Carnival history. Coming from a humble background in Maranhão, he moves to Rio de Janeiro to pursue his artistic dreams. After working behind the scenes at samba schools, Joãozinho challenges traditional norms and rises to prominence as a visionary carnival designer, despite facing skepticism and resistance. His bold and theatrical approach to the parade competitions reshapes the future of Rio’s Carnival, making it a global spectacle.