Carolina – Quarto de Despejo

The film offers a raw and intimate glimpse into the daily life of Carolina dos Santos, a Black woman living in a favela in São Paulo, Brazil. Through her own words and perspective, it explores the challenges and resilience found in her existence, highlighting themes of motherhood, poverty, and her dreams for a better future.

Carolina – Quarto de Despejo has been widely praised for its authentic portrayal of marginalized realities and its powerful use of the personal narrative to address broader social issues. Critics have lauded Everlane Moraes's sensitive direction and Carolina dos Santos's compelling on-screen presence, making it a significant work in contemporary Brazilian documentary filmmaking.

• Praised for its unvarnished honesty and powerful depiction of a woman's life.

• Commended for giving voice to a marginalized community and offering profound social commentary.

• Recognized for its intimate and empathetic filmmaking style.

Google audience: Audience feedback often emphasizes the film's emotional impact and its ability to humanize experiences often overlooked. Viewers frequently express admiration for Carolina's strength and resilience in the face of adversity.

Awarded Best Short Film at the 2019 Cinema Tropical Awards, and received awards at various international film festivals including FIDMarseille and Olhar de Cinema.

The film was shot over two years, allowing for a deep and trusting relationship to be built between the filmmaker and Carolina, which is evident in the intimate and unfiltered nature of the documentary.