Maria Clara Escobar is a multifaceted artist with a remarkable portfolio of work, boasting a wide range of creative endeavors that have garnered significant attention within the film industry.
Her feature film, "Desterro", made a notable splash when it was selected for the prestigious Tiger Awards Competition at the 49th Rotterdam International Film Festival, marking a significant milestone in her career as a fiction film director.
Before venturing into the realm of fiction, Escobar had already made a name for herself as a documentary filmmaker, having directed the feature-length documentary "The Days with Him". This film received widespread critical acclaim and was showcased at numerous prominent film festivals, including Tiradentes, DocLisboa, and Cachoeira.Doc.
In addition to its festival circuit success, "The Days with Him" was also featured at prominent venues such as IBAFF, Directors Week, and the International Festival of Nuevo Habana Latin American Cine, further solidifying Escobar's reputation as a talented and innovative filmmaker.
Throughout her career, Escobar has consistently pushed the boundaries of her craft, exploring new themes and techniques in her work, and has established herself as a force to be reckoned with within the film industry.
Maria Clara's extensive creative portfolio extends far beyond her involvement in feature films. Notably, she has also ventured into the realm of short films, authoring and directing not one, but two such productions. Furthermore, she has made significant contributions to the screenplay of the critically acclaimed film "Found Memories", directed by Julia Murat. This notable film had the distinction of premiering at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, where it garnered widespread acclaim. To date, "Found Memories" has accumulated an impressive tally of over 30 awards, with a festival participation count of over 40.
Maria Clara has been quite busy lately, devoting her time and expertise to the crucial process of casting for not one, but two films that premiered at the prestigious Berlin International Film Festival in 2017. One of these films was "Joaquim", a cinematic masterpiece directed by Marcelo Gomes, which had the honor of competing in the highly competitive International Competition section.
Maria Clara, a multifaceted individual, has taken a bold step into the realm of literature, marking a significant milestone in her career by publishing her debut book of poems, titled "Medo, Medo, Medo", in the year 2019.
