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The Mostra de Cinema do Vale do Ribeira is a Brazilian regional film showcase in Iguape that helps bring audiovisual works to audiences outside the commercial circuit. Like many festivals of its kind in Brazil, it is notable for supporting new filmmakers and giving visibility to short films and other non-commercial productions, making it an important cultural window for the interior of the country.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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