LEWISTON — The Global Lens film series at Bates College concludes with “Margarette’s Feast,” a silent, black-and-white film from Brazilian director Renato Falcão. The film will be shown at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec.11, and Sunday, Dec. 13, in the Olin Arts Center, Room 105, 75 Russell St. Admission is $5. For more information call 786-6135.

The annual series is produced by the Global Film Initiative to promote cross-cultural understanding by showing American audiences little-known, skillfully made independent films. The initiative believes that “a powerful, authentic narrative can foster trust and respect between disparate cultures and mitigate the social and psychological impact of cultural prejudice.”

Made in 2002, “Margarette’s Feast” (90 minutes) is the story of a man named Pedro who, upon losing his job, comes across a magical suitcase that never runs out of money. This discovery sets Pedro off on a spending spree that culminates in a lavish birthday feast for his wife Margarette. The film is both a fantastical story and an exploration of the social conflicts of contemporary Brazil.

Falcão has shot five feature films, more than 20 shorts and numerous documentaries. He has won awards at film festivals around the world, including Best New Director at the “35 Festival de Cinema de Brasilia” for “Margarette’s Feast,” his first feature film.

Learn more about “Margarette’s Feast” and the entire Global Lens series: www.globalfilm.org.