A Wolf Among Swans
Um Lobo Entre os Cisnes
September 17 / 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Q&A Session with Miguel Ferrari, Filmmaker
at Reitz Union
Director: Marcos Schechtman and Helena Varvaki
Runtime: 112 min
Genre: Biographical Drama
Release Date: 2025
Country of Origin: Brazil
Language: Portuguese with English subtitles
Inspired by the life of celebrated Brazilian dancer Thiago Soares, A Wolf Among Swans follows a boy from the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro who leaves hip hop behind to pursue classical ballet. Under the demanding guidance of Cuban mentor Dino Carrera, Thiago faces prejudice, financial hardship, and intense physical challenges on his journey from Brazil to international acclaim as a principal dancer with London’s Royal Ballet.