Published in a bilingual format, this unique collection of articles by leading film directors of 10 Latin American countries presents a diverse and refreshing view of Latin American audiovisual vitality. The filmmakers who have contributed their time and effort to offer their perspectives of the directions of the film industry in their respective countries are as diverse as the region's cinema itself. Several, such as Bruno Barreto (Brasil) and Andres Wood (Chile), are veterans in their country's film industry with worldwide recognition and prizes, while others, such as Sebastian Cordero...

A unique collection of articles by leading film critics, spanning Brazil from Rio Grande do Sul to the northern state of Pernambuco, this volume offers a panorama of current trends and the evolving Brazilian film industry. The compilation is not only a reference tool for the study and debate of Brazilian Cinema, but also serves as a sounding board for some of the country's most representative film critics on themes of critical importance to their respective cities and regions. The work is published in an English-Portuguese bilingual format, in an effort to offer the widest possible access to...