Herdeiros: The Afro-Brazilian Resistance

Herdeiros (Heirs)  
Thais Nepomuceno, Brazil, 2022, 81 min. Portuguese with English subtitles 

Followed by a talk with Thais Nepomuceno, moderated by Rhea Ramjohn

As part of the ongoing project In die Zukunft gedacht: CommUnity, EOTO (Each One Teach One) proudly presents a special event honoring Zumbi and Brazilian Black Consciousness Day. This celebration highlights the resilience and cultural contributions of Afro-Brazilian communities, showcasing their influence on Brazil's cultural and economic landscape. The evening will feature a screening of Herdeiros (The Heirs), a compelling documentary about African oral traditions in the Morro da Serrinha favela of Rio de Janeiro. Prior to the film, AuslanderBirosca will present and sell Acarajé, an afro diasporic dish with profound historical and economic significance. Following the screening, join us for a discussion with the film’s director, Thais Nepomuceno, moderated by writer Rhea Ramjohn. This conversation will delve into the themes of cultural resistance, community solidarity, and the ongoing struggle for recognition and justice for Afro-Brazilian people. (TN)

AuslaenderBirosca by Sandra Bello aims to be a space for exchange, where differences are not transformed into inequality, a space for the existence of humanity. To look at each other, smile and exchange.

Thais Nepomuceno is a filmmaker and researcher originally from Vigário Geral, Rio de Janeiro now based in Berlin. Her work focuses on the artistic and social impact of community resistance, particularly within Afro-Brazilian contexts.

Rhea Ramjohn is a Trinidadian-American multimedia performer and writer, based in Berlin.
Her work explores epigenetic memory and maps that convergence with themes of nature, social justice, and the care economy.

In die Zukunft gedacht: CommUnity is a project dedicated to exploring the feasibility of community centers for Black, African, and Afro-diasporic people.
Each One Teach One (EOTO) e.V is a Black community-based education and empowerment project in Berlin.

EOTO team:
Sabriny dos Santos ( Co-project leader)
Noor-Cella Bena ( Co-project leader)
Junia Omollo and Anna Bois (assistants)