São Paulo Prize for Literature
1 appearances
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Edition 15 (2022) Winner
Rita Carelli
リタ・カレッリ
Rita Carelli
Profile
- Gender
- Female
- Born
- 1984-01-25 （Brazil）
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Languages
- Portuguese
Career
- Occupations
- Writer, Actress, Director
- Influenced By
- Vincent Carelli, Virgínia Valadão, Ailton Krenak
Education
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal University of Pernambuco | — | — | — | — | Brazil |
| Jacques Lecoq School | — | — | — | — | France |
Federal University of Pernambuco
Country:
Brazil
Reported to have studied at the university; major and graduation year not specified in sources.
Jacques Lecoq School
Country:
France
Reported to have trained in Paris; enrollment period not specified.
Awards
| Year | Award | Work | Category | Organization | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | São Paulo Prize for Literature | Terrapreta | — | São Paulo Prize for Literature organization | 受賞 |
São Paulo Prize for Literature
Work:
Terrapreta
Organization:
São Paulo Prize for Literature organization
Result:
受賞
Awards & Nominations
Works
Major Works
Terrapreta
NovelHer debut novel. Reportedly centers on the Amazon, ecology, and relationships with indigenous peoples.
AmazonEcologyIndigenous peoplesCulture and memory
A Era de Lareokotô
2019 Short filmA 2019 short film written and directed by Rita Carelli. Positioned as a work engaging with the Amazon and indigenous themes.
AmazonIndigenous peoplesEnvironment
Children's books (various)
Children's literatureA number of children's books focused on the Amazon and indigenous peoples. Several titles are reported but specific bibliographic details are limited in sources.
Environmental educationCultural heritageAmazon
Bibliography
- Terrapreta
- A Era de Lareokotô (short film, 2019)
- Children's books (various titles focused on the Amazon and indigenous peoples)
Adaptations
- A Era de Lareokotô (short film)
Style & Themes
- Literary Style
- Narration that weaves environmental and anthropological perspectivesAccessible style for children's literature
- Recurring Motifs
- Amazonian natureIndigenous culturesLand and memory
Legacy
Through works focusing on the Amazon and indigenous peoples, she raises awareness of environmental issues and cultural representation. Known for multifaceted activities including children's literature and film.
Trivia
- Daughter of anthropologists Vincent Carelli and Virgínia Valadão.
- Trained at the Jacques Lecoq School in Paris.
- Her debut novel 'Terrapreta' is reported to have won the São Paulo Prize for Literature.
- Active across multiple media, including children's books and short films.