Jéssica Ellen, Eliana Pittman, and Ju Colombo lead a drama about a Black lawyer’s journey of healing and self-discovery through Afro dance.
The feature film “Steps of Freedom” is entering its final development phase with a cast that spans generations of Brazilian Black artists. Produced by Lascene Produções and Produtora Viralata, the movie is set for release in 2028 and explores the intersection between justice, identity, and ancestral strength.
The story follows Heloísa (Jéssica Ellen), a Black lawyer and single mother exhausted by the pressures of the judicial system. At her breaking point, she discovers in Afro dance a powerful connection to her body and heritage—a path toward emotional freedom and spiritual restoration.
The film is written and directed by Vanessa de Araújo Souza, with a collaborative script developed with Sarah Duarte, Maria Fernanda Dias, and Rodrigo Moraes. It blends institutional realism with the expressive legacy of Afro-Brazilian traditions.
Danielle Frangeli and Gabriel Correa e Castro lead the executive production team, joined by Juliana Bravo (development production) and Elisa Petry (production direction). The project is part of the Lascene+Viralata Creative Hub, known for uplifting diverse female narratives in Brazilian cinema.
Filming begins next year.
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