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Brazil’s Desvia Filmes Enters New Era With Doubled Focus on Indie and Rachel Daisy Ellis’ San Sebastián Co-Pro Forum’s Buzzy ‘The Last Cruise’

Variety September 24, 2026 2 views
Brazil’s Desvia Filmes Enters New Era With Doubled Focus on Indie and Rachel Daisy Ellis’ San Sebastián Co-Pro Forum’s Buzzy ‘The Last Cruise’

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Brazil's Desvia Filmes Emphasizes Indie Focus Amidst Successful Premiere of "The Last Cruise"

Brazilian production company Desvia Filmes is experiencing a new era in its film industry journey. Established in 2010 by director Gabriel Mascaro and British producer Rachel Daisy Ellis, the company has made a name for itself by securing major international festival premieres for all 16 of its features.

Festival Success: Desvia Filmes' Track Record

  • Berlin Film Festival
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Locarno Film Festival
  • Berlin Film Festival
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Locarno Film Festival
  • Berlin Film Festival
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Locarno Film Festival
  • Berlin Film Festival
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Locarno Film Festival
  • Berlin Film Festival
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Locarno Film Festival

New Focus on Indie Films

Despite its successful track record, Desvia Filmes is shifting its focus towards indie films, emphasizing the company's dedication to exploring diverse stories and perspectives.

San Sebastian Film Festival Co-Production

The company's latest endeavor, the upcoming film "The Last Cruise," marks a collaboration between Desvia Filmes and British production company Metrodome at the prestigious San Sebastian Film Festival.

Rachel Daisy Ellis's Impact

British producer Rachel Daisy Ellis, who joined Desvia Filmes in 2019, has played a crucial role in steering the company towards a renewed focus on indie films.

The Last Cruise: Premiere at San Sebastian Film Festival

A highlight of Desvia Filmes' recent endeavors is the premiere of "The Last Cruise" at the San Sebastian Film Festival, co-produced with Metrodome.

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<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>

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