Lázaro Ramos Enlists Wagner Moura's Help to Boost Oscar Bid for 'Feito Pipa'

Brazil's film "Feito Pipa," directed by Allan Deberton, is gaining momentum in its campaign for the 2027 Oscars, with actor Lázaro Ramos playing a key role in its promotion. The film premiered at the Festival do Rio at the FGV Cultural Center in Botafogo, drawing attention to its poignant story of a 12-year-old queer boy, Gugu, who navigates complex family dynamics while his grandmother battles Alzheimer's.

Ramos has actively sought support from established Brazilian cinema figures, notably reaching out to Wagner Moura—an Oscar-nominated actor and Golden Globe winner—for assistance navigating the awards circuit. Ramos revealed, "I asked for help, I asked for contacts to assist us at the ceremonies in Los Angeles, and he is helping a lot. This is very cool." He also consulted Walter Salles, famed for directing Brazil’s first Oscar-winning film, underscoring the importance of collaboration within Brazil’s film community to sustain its presence at the Oscars.

Ramos expressed pride in the film’s urgent themes and emotional depth, highlighting the national anticipation around the entry: "After 'O Agente Secreto' and 'Ainda Estou Aqui', Brazil is treating the Oscars like football. There is a huge expectation, and the whole country is paying attention to how this film will be received." The film’s focus on LGBTQ+ identity and family challenges positions it as a significant cultural statement with potential global resonance.

This focused campaign and support from influential Brazilian cinema figures mark a coordinated effort to secure an Oscar nomination and further Brazil’s growing international film prestige.