Mariana Bastos is a bold and intuitive director and screenwriter leading Greenlight Audiovisual, a creative studio dedicated to developing standout film and TV projects. She has directed two feature films and two original series for major platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, always drawn to emotionally charged, visually striking, and socially resonant narratives.
Her work has been featured in renowned international festivals including Cannes and SXSW, reflecting a vision that blends local depth with global relevance.
Through Greenlight, Mariana also mentors emerging creators, helping them turn ideas into pitch-ready projects through strategic development labs and consulting. She’s passionate about expanding the global reach of Brazilian storytelling and building bold, cross-border collaborations.
Currently, she’s focused on international co-productions and character-driven narratives that challenge traditional formats.More...