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Brazilian Heiress Boosts Film Industry with New Initiatives

4/18/2026

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Olga Rabinovich, a Brazilian heiress, founded the Olga Rabinovich Institute and Projeto Paradiso to support Brazil's film industry.
Launched in 2018, Projeto Paradiso connects Brazilian filmmakers with international opportunities, offering training and bursaries.
Rabinovich's initiative has thrived despite challenges under former President Bolsonaro, providing quick funding for filmmakers to attend festivals.
As Projeto Paradiso celebrates its third talent network meeting in Recife, Rabinovich commits to long-term professionalization of Brazilian cinema.

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Olga Rabinovich, a Brazilian heiress, founded the Olga Rabinovich Institute and Projeto Paradiso to support Brazil's film industry.
Launched in 2018, Projeto Paradiso connects Brazilian filmmakers with international opportunities, offering training and bursaries.
Rabinovich's initiative has thrived despite challenges under former President Bolsonaro, providing quick funding for filmmakers to attend festivals.
As Projeto Paradiso celebrates its third talent network meeting in Recife, Rabinovich commits to long-term professionalization of Brazilian cinema.