Talented

Talented

2026 · 80 min · Comedy, Drama

Tereza is a single mother who juggles teaching dance and caring for her daughter, Pina, with help only from her elderly father. Her life is turned upside down when her daughter joins a children's talent show. Pina wants to reach the finals in Rio de Janeiro, hoping to return to her hometown. As they rehearse, the girl reignites dreams from her mother's past.

Directed by Thais Fujinaga · Written by Thais Fujinaga

In theaters Dec 10, 2026

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