Mix Brasil wrapped in São Paulo last night. Despite the fact that a freak storm scared many people from going out (power went out and trees fell), the closing night party at Glória was packed with festival supporters who celebrated the end of a busy 10 days of films and parties. (For more information on the festival, check out my article on indieWIRE.)

The winners of the Silver Rabbit awards were announced between showings of 5 student films produced by a 5-week workshop sponsored by Mix, followed by drag shows. I have to say that one of them was probably the best Tina Turner impersonation I'll ever see in my life.

The big Brazilian winner of the night was the documentary As Filhas de Chiquita, which was produced with no sponsors or investors, yet has impressively high production values. The film was shown as part of the Mostra Competitiva Brasil. It also participated in the special Transbrasil showcase of the festival.

Winners:

Best Brazilian Short (audience vote)
As Filhas de Chiquita
Best Foreign Short (audience vote)
Gnomo

Best Documentary (jury)
Gender X
Best Feature (jury)
C.R.A.Z.Y.
Best Brazilian Film (jury)
O Amor do Palhaço
Honorable Mention (jury)
As Filhas de Chiquita

Porta Curtas Award
Meu Namorado é Michê
Ida Felman Award
Kaká di Poly