São Paulo receives documentary about the literary work of Frei Betto
The premiere of Múltiplos: os percursos literaturas de Frei Betto takes place on October 17th and the film will be available online from November.
247 The city of São Paulo will host the pre-premiere of the documentary. Multiple: the literary journeys of Frei Betto, a production by Mirar Lejos that portrays the diversity of the work of the Brazilian writer, theologian, and activist. The event takes place on October 17th at 19 PM at Cinemarquise, on Avenida Paulista, in an exclusive session for invited guests.
According to information from the production company Mirar Lejos, released by the Audiovisual Secretariat/Ministry of Culture, the film will be available to the general public starting November 7th, when it will be made available for free on the production company's digital platforms.
A dive into the literary production of Frei Betto
The documentary traces the literary trajectory of Frei Betto, highlighting his multiple forms of writing — from memoirs to novels, including short stories, essays, children's and young adult literature, and educational texts. The production emphasizes the author's relevance in the Brazilian cultural scene and the recognition of his work by literary critics.
According to Professor Bernardo Buarque de Hollanda, from the School of Social Sciences at FGV CPDOC, the film captures the multifaceted essence of the writer. "The documentary manages to embody this spirit of..." Multiple"It ranges from fiction to epistolary work, from letters to the OSPB teaching material, which is incredible. It's a work of international scope, due to the reach of the interviews and the coverage of Frei Betto in Berlin and other parts of the world. A truly exceptional, marvelous work capable of showcasing Frei Betto," he stated.
Audiovisual project in four parts.
Multiple This is the second film in a series of four documentaries produced by Mirar Lejos in partnership with the Secretariat of Audiovisual. It is directed by Evanize Sydow and Américo Freire, biographers of Frei Betto. The first title, The head thinks where the feet tread.The film, released in April 2024, highlighted the religious figure's work as a popular educator. It was screened at important festivals, such as the Havana International Film Festival and the Ouro Preto Film Festival. On that occasion, Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino emphasized the historical power of the material: “The film is a history lesson, but above all, a lesson in hope. It is conveyed with vivid and powerful images, significant in Brazilian life, of this unique and influential figure, yesterday, today and tomorrow, who is Frei Betto.”
The legacy of Frei Betto
Author of a vast body of work, Frei Betto is considered one of the most important voices in contemporary Brazilian literature. His work and trajectory, often marked by resistance to oppressive power structures, such as during the military dictatorship (1964-1985), maintain a strong connection with social movements and popular communities. In addition to being a writer, he has established himself as a figure of articulation between Church and State, always in defense of human rights and social justice.
