Biopic on Photographer Claudia Andujar in the Works
The upcoming biopic 'The Outsider' will explore the life and contributions of photographer Claudia Andujar, renowned for her work with the Yanomami community. Produced by Maria Farinha Filmes and directed by Sandra Delgado, the film features Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas portraying Andujar, with Wagner Moura serving as executive producer. It narrates Andujar's transformation from a Holocaust survivor to an activist photographer dedicated to human rights and sustainability. Her impactful work has aided in the demarcation of Indigenous territories and vaccination efforts in the Amazon. Andujar's photographs are part of the permanent collections at MoMA, Tate, and Inhotim museum. Delgado, who has researched Andujar for over two decades, is collaborating with consultants Carlo Zacquini and Ana Maria Machado on this project.
Key facts
- Film titled 'The Outsider' is an intimate biopic about Claudia Andujar.
- Directed by Sandra Delgado, produced by Maria Farinha Filmes.
- Wagner Moura serves as executive producer.
- Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas cast to play Andujar.
- Film covers Andujar's life from surviving the Holocaust to activism.
- Andujar's work contributed to demarcation of Indigenous lands and vaccination campaigns.
- Her photographs are in MoMA, Tate, and Inhotim museum collections.
- Delgado has spent over 20 years researching Andujar's life.
Entities
Artists
- Claudia Andujar
- Sandra Delgado
- Wagner Moura
- Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas
Institutions
- Maria Farinha Filmes
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
- Tate
- Inhotim museum
- Emblematic
Locations
- Brazil
- New York
- United Kingdom
- Amazon