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Director Gabe Klinger Celebrates 'Isabel' at Berlinale Premiere

2/13/2026

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Gabe Klinger celebrates the Berlinale premiere of his film "Isabel," marking his return to Brazil after a decade.
The film features Marina Person as a sommelière dreaming of opening her own bar.
Klinger cites influences from Éric Rohmer and Luis Sérgio Person.
He praises producer Rodrigo Teixeira for his trust and creative freedom during production.
Marina Person is credited as writer and shares a personal connection to the film's themes.

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Gabe Klinger celebrates the Berlinale premiere of his film "Isabel," marking his return to Brazil after a decade.
The film features Marina Person as a sommelière dreaming of opening her own bar.
Klinger cites influences from Éric Rohmer and Luis Sérgio Person.
He praises producer Rodrigo Teixeira for his trust and creative freedom during production.
Marina Person is credited as writer and shares a personal connection to the film's themes.