At just 17 years old, Emanoel pursues a Jiu Jitsu dream rooted in Rio de Janeiro’s Morro dos Prazeres favela. With responsibilities arriving early, he balances work and caring for his mother. On the mat, Jiu Jitsu becomes a place of focus and a way to imagine a future beyond his surroundings. MONSTRINHO captures his journey on and off the mat as he navigates the challenges of his everyday life.
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Director – Jermain Cikic @cikicjermain
DOP – Jermain Cikic @cikicjermain
Post-production:
Editor – Jits Vlaar @vlitsjaar
Grading – Also Studio @also___studio
Music & SFS – Myrd Schenk @myrdschenk
Mix – Remco Langedijk @remcosounds
Title design – Jesse Weijer @electro_receptor
Interview – Willem Mulders @willem_mulders
Translation & Subtitles – Gabriel Lima @Gabriel.palada.lima
Special thanks
Diogo Bandock Alcantara @diogobandocka
for opening the doors of his Jiu Jitsu school