Cannes Lions

The Cure

AFRICA CREATIVE DDB, Sao Paulo / EDITORA TAVERNA / 2024

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1 Bronze Cannes Lions
2 Shortlisted Cannes Lions
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OVERVIEW

Background

In Brazil, methods of sexual orientation conversion have been prohibited by the Federal Council of Psychology (CFP) since 1999. Non-heterosexual sexual orientations are not considered illnesses and therefore should not be treated. However, these therapies, known as "Gay Cure," are not considered a crime. That's why we support the law project 5034/2023, which aims to change this.

Brief:

The brief is to showcase the reality of this crime that still happens today, disguised as therapy.

Objectives:

The primary objective is to criminalize the practice and change the law.

Idea

"The Cure" is the first short film that has contributed to the creation of a law aimed at ending the torture disguised as Conversion Therapy treatment, commonly known as the "Gay Cure".

Strategy

We implemented a comprehensive 360º plan to engage with our audience. The film premiered in one of São Paulo's oldest and most prestigious cinemas, offering a traditional theatrical experience. Concurrently, we leveraged social media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, partnering with influencers to amplify our reach and spark discussions about the film.

Our campaign featured gripping print advertisements that vividly portrayed the violence of the past and underscored its continued prevalence today. Additionally, we were honored to have GRAG QUEEN, one of Brazil's most renowned drag queens who also survived conversion therapy, as our ambassador.

Execution

Our campaign started with the film premiering in one of São Paulo's oldest and most prestigious cinemas, offering a traditional theatrical experience. But the message wasn't confined to those velvet seats. We ignited social media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, partnering with influencers to amplify our reach and spark discussions about the film.

The project also featured gripping print advertisements that vividly portrayed the violence of the past and underscored its continued prevalence today. Additionally, we were honored to have GRAG QUEEN, one of Brazil's most renowned drag queens who also survived conversion therapy, as our ambassador.

Outcome

The book "Gay Cure" remained on the bestseller list for four weeks, garnering significant attention. Additionally, the petition to approve the law received 20,000 signatures. With the public's heightened awareness due to the film, the four bills were consolidated into one, aiming to classify "Gay Cure" as a non-bailable crime.