Emma Boccanfuso's Documentary 'Saudades Eternas' Explores Life and Death in Rio Favela
Emma Boccanfuso's documentary 'Saudades Eternas' is set to premiere in the international competition at Visions du Réel. The film, which marks Boccanfuso's feature debut, is based on her experiences filming in Rio de Janeiro's Chapéu Mangueira favela. The narrative centers around Sueli, a matriarch managing a bustling household amidst the backdrop of gang violence and frequent deaths. The film remains confined within the walls of Sueli's home, offering a unique perspective on the cycles of life and loss. Boccanfuso's approach focuses on the auditory experience, using sound to convey the violence outside, rather than visual depictions. This method reflects her discomfort with the normalization of violent imagery, especially among children in the favela. 
