How “Nino” Producer Sandra da Fonseca Turned a First Time Director’s Story Into Global Festival Gold

As producer Sandra da Fonseca is telling The Credits about the theatrical release of her newest film, Nino, serendipity strikes. “Oh, I just saw a bus go by with the film’s poster on it,” she says. “That makes me happy — it’s the first one I’ve seen!”

The poster may have been on the bus side, but Nino is gaining acclaim at rocket speed. After premiering at Cannes Critics’ Week in 2025,...