Rafa (MIA)

The film begins late one summer night, Rafa learns that his mother is arrested by the police. He crosses the bridge into the city on the motorbike of his friend to go and see his mother and wait for her release.

Directed by João Salaviza, Rafa 2012, was awarded the Golden Bear for best short film at the Berlinale 2012. Runtime 24 mins.

Below you will find a powerpoint resource translated from materials created by our Portuguese partners that provide in-depth film analysis.

A recorded interview with Director of Rafa, João Salaviza is available in the Masterclasses page of this website. This Q&A webinar was recorded in December 2020 with our Portuguese partners Os Filhos de Lumière. The conversation has been split into 4 bit size masterclasses for your classroom. João Salaviza discusses in detail each stage of Rafa film production.

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