Ivete Lucas is a Brazilian-Mexican-American filmmaker who resides and works in the American South, crafting verité stories that shatter the mythic concepts of America through the use of precise and illustrative cinematic images.
Born in Brazil, Lucas' life and work are deeply rooted in the cultural melting pot of her heritage, as well as the vibrant diversity of the American South, where she now calls home.
Throughout her illustrious career, Lucas has garnered widespread recognition and accolades for her thought-provoking films, which have premiered at some of the world's most prestigious film festivals, including Cannes, Berlin, Locarno, Toronto, and Sundance.
Her impressive portfolio boasts over thirty film festival awards, including the coveted Short Film Award at the Cannes Director's Fortnight for Skip Day (2018),the Pardino d'Oro at Locarno for The Passing (2023),and a Cinema Eye Award for The Rabbit Hunt (2017).
Lucas' collection of short films has been widely distributed by esteemed organizations such as ARTE, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and The Guardian, further solidifying her reputation as a masterful storyteller.
Her debut feature film, Pahokee (2019),a poignant exploration of a small town in the Florida Everglades, premiered at Sundance and went on to play over fifty festivals worldwide. The film received theatrical distribution in France and the US, as well as a broadcast on PBS.
Lucas' second feature film, Naked Gardens (2022),a captivating exploration of a Florida naturist resort, premiered at Tribeca and IDFA, and is now available for streaming on Apple TV.
Throughout her body of work, Lucas continues to challenge the status quo, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and cinematic innovation, leaving a lasting impact on the world of filmmaking.
