Jimú and the Ancestral Universe is an animated short film that transports the audience to a magical version of Itaparica Island, Bahia, where childhood intertwines with the mysteries of ancestry. Inspired by the literary work Jimú - Memory of the Waters by writer and visual artist Aislane Nobre, the film follows the adventures of Jimú, a clever and ever-hungry child, and her sister Nira.

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Upon receiving an ancestral call linked to the Egungun cult, Jimú finds herself facing challenges beyond her childhood understanding, encountering profound themes such as spirituality, the transition to adulthood, and the meaning of death. With the guidance of Giã, her father and the spiritual leader of the community, her mother Yaiá, and the affectionate Dona Mariinha—a devoted Catholic who embodies religious harmony—Jimú will discover that her hunger is much more than just a physical craving.

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Her journey also intertwines with the enigmatic Creature, a mystical figure who holds essential secrets for Jimú’s growth. Blending magic, culture, and spirituality, Jimú and the Ancestral Universe is a children’s tale about love, respect, and the new meanings of existence.