Cine Líbero Luxardo premieres 'A Wolf Among Swans', about one of the greatest names in ballet

The Cine Líbero Luxardo, located in Belém, begins its new programming this Thursday (7), starting at 3:50 PM. With a variety of titles on display, the week's premiere is “A Wolf Among Swans,” a biopic of Thiago Soares, one of Brazil's greatest dancers. In addition to the premiere, the romance “Materialist Loves” by Oscar-nominated Celine Song and the French drama “A Beautiful Life” will continue to be shown until next Wednesday (13).

“A Wolf Among Swans” arrives in theaters narrating the inspiring journey of Thiago Soares, internationally acclaimed as one of Brazil's greatest dancers. The film portrays the impressive journey of the artist, who overcame the social and cultural barriers of his humble origins to become the principal dancer of the Royal Ballet of London.

Raised by his aunt in a suburb of Rio de Janeiro, Thiago (Matheus Abreu) had initial contact with dance through street hip hop. As a teenager, his life takes a new turn when he is nominated to study classical ballet at a professional school in the capital of Rio de Janeiro, with a scholarship. Training in secret from his family and friends, he faces prejudice and the rigidity of the new environment, but soon stands out for his talent and dedication.

Directed by Marcos Schechtman and Helena Varvak, the feature has stood out at important international festivals, such as the 27th Brazilian Film Festival in Paris and the 34th Cine Ceará, where it won awards for Best Actor (Matheus Abreu), Best Supporting Actor (Darío Grandinetti), and Best Art Direction (Dina Salem Levy).

Double feature of “Materialist Loves” and “A Beautiful Life”:

“Materialist Loves” is the new bet from acclaimed director Celine Song, nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA for ''Past Lives''. In the film, matchmaker Lucy (Dakota Johnson) meets Harry (Pedro Pascal), whom she sees as "the ideal dream," but is shaken by an imperfect old love when she reunites with John (Chris Evans), her ex-boyfriend. After successfully arranging nine weddings, will Lucy's be next?

The film has been well received by critics and audiences, boasting a 79% approval rating on the review site Rotten Tomatoes. The film drew attention for its originality in the script - which avoids cliché romantic comedies - and for the striking performances and chemistry between actors Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal.

Meanwhile, the film “A Beautiful Life” depicts a philosophical dialogue between palliative care physician Augustin Masset (Kad Merad) and renowned writer and philosopher Fabrice Toussaint (Denis Podalydés). The plot examines life and death through stories of patients with terminal illnesses, including a wealthy Parisian socialite, a mother with the last wish to eat oysters and drink a Breizh’Cadet wine by the seaside, and a matriarch who prefers to keep her assisted death a secret.

Each character is a universe of emotions, fears, and interests, guiding Toussaint in confronting his own anxieties. Masset is the one who leads the artist through these numerous encounters, which also put into perspective the feelings of youth's immortality and the motivation to continue fighting and living, despite the obstacles. The feature premiered at one of the world's most prestigious festivals, the San Sebastián Festival in Spain, and at the Rio Festival in Brazil.

Check the days and times of the films:

08/07 (Thursday)

3:50 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES
6:05 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE
8:00 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS

08/08 (Friday)

3:50 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS
5:50 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES
8:05 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE

08/09 (Saturday)

3:50 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE
5:45 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS
7:45 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES

08/10 (Sunday)

5:50 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES
8:00 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS

08/11 (Monday)

6:00 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES
8:10 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE

08/12 (Tuesday)

3:50 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE
5:45 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS
7:45 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES

08/13 (Wednesday)

3:50 PM: MATERIALIST LOVES
6:05 PM: A BEAUTIFUL LIFE
8:00 PM: A WOLF AMONG SWANS

Service:

Cine Líbero Luxardo
Location: Avenida Gentil Bittencourt, nº 650, in the Nazaré neighborhood - Belém.
Full price: R$ 12.00 | Half price: R$ 6.00
Payment in cash only.
The box office opens one hour before the sessions.
Capacity: 98 seats.
Food and drink consumption is not allowed in the screening room.

Text by Maurício Carvalho