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Filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho Seeks New Neon Collaboration

4/21/2026

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Kleber Mendonça Filho, a Brazilian filmmaker, said he wants to collaborate again with Neon after a successful year promoting The Secret Agent.
He spoke at the Projeto Paradiso National Talent Network Meeting in Recife and emphasized working with passionate partners.
Emilie Lesclaux, his producing partner, emphasized the challenges and rewards of international co-productions, noting the enriching experience of working with teams from Brazil, France, Germany, and the Netherlands on The Secret Agent.

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Story summary

Kleber Mendonça Filho, a Brazilian filmmaker, said he wants to collaborate again with Neon after a successful year promoting The Secret Agent.
He spoke at the Projeto Paradiso National Talent Network Meeting in Recife and emphasized working with passionate partners.
Emilie Lesclaux, his producing partner, emphasized the challenges and rewards of international co-productions, noting the enriching experience of working with teams from Brazil, France, Germany, and the Netherlands on The Secret Agent.