Only Papel Is Brown
Pardo é Papel
Synopsis
Born and raised in Rocinha, Maxwell Alexandre burst onto the contemporary art scene at the age of 28, and his paintings soon began commanding exorbitant prices. As it follows his relentless creative process and the preparation for an exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, the documentary explores the wound behind his success. By occupying one of the most elite spaces in the art world, he confronts a structurally racist system and the contradictions of becoming part of the very institution his work challenges.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexis Zelensky
- Original Score
- Gil Gregório, Djonga, BK', Coyote Beatz, El Lif Beatz, JXNV$
- Original Title
- Pardo é Papel
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, France, Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese, French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Duplacena, Quilombo Films, Az Produção
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexis Zelensky
Gil Gregório, Djonga, BK', Coyote Beatz, El Lif Beatz, JXNV$
Quentin Delaroche, Alexis Zelensky
António Câmara Manuel, Baptiste Lacroix, Luana Viera Gonçalves, Adonis Liranza, Alexis Zelensky
Department Leadership Roster
Alexis Zelensky
Director
António Câmara Manuel
Producer
Baptiste Lacroix
Producer
Luana Viera Gonçalves
Producer
Quentin Delaroche
Editor
Alexis Zelensky
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Only Papel Is Brown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Only Papel Is Brown about?
Born and raised in Rocinha, Maxwell Alexandre burst onto the contemporary art scene at the age of 28, and his paintings soon began commanding exorbitant prices. As it follows his relentless creative process and the preparation for an exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, the documentary explores the wound behind his success. By occupying one of the most elite spaces in the art world, he confronts a structurally racist system and the contradictions of becoming part of the very institution his work challenges.
Who directed Only Papel Is Brown?
Only Papel Is Brown was directed by Alexis Zelensky.
Who stars in Only Papel Is Brown?
The principal cast of Only Papel Is Brown includes Carlos Renato, Daniel Nicolaevsky, Djonga, Emma Lavigne, Frank Lucas.
When was Only Papel Is Brown released and how long is it?
Only Papel Is Brown was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Only Papel Is Brown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Only Papel Is Brown was composed by Gil Gregório, Djonga, BK', Coyote Beatz, El Lif Beatz, JXNV$.