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Sci-Fi Satirical Drama ‘Yellow Cake’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of Rotterdam Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Yellow Cake trailer debuts ahead of Rotterdam world premiere in the Tiger Competition.
Film is Tiago Melo’s second feature after Azouge Nazare, which premiered in 2018.
The story follows scientists in Picuí, Paraíba, working on a covert project called Yellow Cake.
The project aims to use uranium for sterilizing mosquitoes, sparking ethical questions.
Rúbia Ribeiro links military command to the project’s leadership in the story.
Rotterdam premiere will mark the film’s world debut.
Production companies include Lucinda and Jaraguá with Urânio handling sales.
The setting centers on Brazil’s backlands and the complex power dynamic with global powers.
Director Melo’s take on foreign influence and policy through a satirical lens.
The film is produced by multiple Brazilian companies and co‑producers, highlighting international collaboration.
The trailer release arrives with additional industry news and context from Variety’s excerpt.

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