Producer Rodrigo Teixeira discusses fourth James Gray collaboration addressing U.S. political climate
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John Hopewell
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Rodrigo Teixeira, producer of the 2025 Oscar winner "I'm Not There" and James Gray's upcoming 2026 Cannes contender "Paper Tiger," is developing a fourth film with Gray for 2027. In a masterclass at Madrid's ECAM Forum, Teixeira described the film as addressing the current difficult political moment in the U.S., calling it a time of opportunity for art despite challenging circumstances. Teixeira's production work has expanded globally, filming eight projects last year across Brazil, Romania, the U.S., Chile, Argentina, and Lebanon.
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It's a very difficult time for the U.S. But also, I think it's a great opportunity because terrible times are a good time to do art.
It's difficult to do that
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