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Widows of Living Husbands

Directed by:

Diego Kelmann and Jussara Costa

Produced by:

Renata Lobo

Production Company

UZ Produções

Contact:

  • Year

    2026 / 2027

  • Length

    80 min

  • Country

    Brazil / On site

Synopsis

In Brazil’s rural Jequitinhonha Valley, parents struggle to remain present in their families’ lives, even as they’re forced to spend long months working far from home. This historical cycle of migration leaves deep marks across the entire community.

  • Diego

    Kelmann

    Director

    Diego Kelmann is a director, producer, and acting coach focused on artistic development and human transformation. With a background in film, TV, and visual arts, he has trained actors for series like Billions and Orange is the New Black. He is the founder of UZ Productions in the USA and Brazil.

  • Jussara

    Costa

    Director

    Jussara Costa, cultural producer and activist from Quilombo Macuco, MG. Founder of MacuCultura and coordinator of the Vozes do Macuco Congado. Works with Rota dos Quilombos and the podcast Fala Quilombo. Studies quilombola architecture and co-directs the film Widows of Living Husbands.

  • Renata

    Lobo

    Producer

    Renata Lobo is a media professional with 15 years in journalism, documentary and strategic communication. Former Communications Officer for WFP in Guinea-Bissau and 8 years at GloboNews. Two-time Silver Medalist at New York Festivals. Impact Producer affiliated with GIPA.

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