O Som ao Redor

Life in a middle-class neighborhood in present day Recife, Brazil, takes an unexpected turn after the arrival of an independent private security firm. The presence of these men brings a sense of safety and a good deal of anxiety to a culture which runs on fear. Meanwhile, Bia, married and mother of two, must find a way to deal with the constant barking and howling of her neighbor's dog. A slice of 'Braziliana', a reflection on history, violence and noise.

BFI Award Nomination - Sutherland Trophy
CPH:PIX - New Talent Grand Prix
Gramado Film Festival - Best Director, Best Sound Editing, Jury Prize, Audience Award
Lleida Latin-American Film Festival - Best Screenwriting, Special Jury Prize
Oslo Films from the South Festival - FIPRESCI Award
Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival - Best Film, Best Screenwriting
Rotterdam International Film Festival - FIPRESCI Award
São Paulo International Film Festival - Best Brazilian Film
Sydney Film Festival - participation