The Festival Nacional de Curta Pensar Filmes is an event dedicated to showcasing Brazilian independent cinematic productions, aiming to foster and disseminate cinema, connect audiences with films, and stimulate reflection on cinema and art. Held in Pintadas, Bahia, Brazil, the festival features competitive screenings, including a virtual component, alongside workshops, debates, cultural presentations, and musical shows. Since its inception in 2014, the festival has sought to promote new talents and strengthen the audiovisual landscape, particularly in the semi-arid region of Bahia.