Doha Film Institute (DFI) continues its cinematic celebration of the Qatar-Brazil Year of Culture 2014 with Mata Mata: Stories About Football, Dreams and Life screening tomorrow and on October 30 at 7pm at the Museum of Islamic Art Auditorium.

Mata Mata is the Brazilian term for a “knockout match” - a do-or-die, win-or-go-home battle - sometimes also a metaphor for life. The film chronicles the ups and downs in the lives of several talented young Brazilian players in their pursuit of success. Brazil is the largest exporter of football players worldwide and the film gives viewers an intimate insight into how a football star is born.

Internationally recognised German director and cameraman Jens Hoffmann made his name directing commercials and sport films. He broke into the documentary world with several highly acclaimed documentaries and Mata Mata deftly combines his passion for storytelling, sports and filmmaking.

Organised in partnership with Qatar Museums, the Brazil Cinema Showcase is presented by DFI each month as one of the cultural initiatives that make up the year-long celebration of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The upcoming Ajyal Youth Film Festival (December 1 to 6) will feature the final instalment of the Brazilian showcase during a special event dedicated to the Year of Culture celebration.

Tickets are priced at QR35, with students receiving a discounted rate of QR25 on presenting a valid student ID. Sale has started online at www.dohafilminstitute.com

Tickets can also be bought in person at the Museum of Islamic Art DFI ticket outlet, across the MIA Auditorium, tomorrow from 10.30am to 8pm and on Thursday from 12 noon to 8pm.