(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — For a chilling relevant parody of our current government-induced fear and an understanding of coup d’états, “I’m Still Here” is a must-see.
This film evokes a sense of foreboding, suggesting a potential future that could impact everyone, regardless of whether immigrants or Americans.
This film serves as a stark reminder of how easily a nation’s future can fall into the hands of extremists, underscoring the vital importance of safeguarding democracy.
“I’m Still Here” is a 2024 Brazilian political biographical drama film directed by Walter Salles.
The film is based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva’s 2015 memoir of the same name.
It stars Fernanda Torres and Fernanda Montenegro as Eunice Paiva, a mother and activist coping with the forced disappearance of her husband, the dissident politician Rubens Paiva, during the military dictatorship in Brazil.
It has been nominated for several awards, including the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film.
It has also been praised by critics for its Fernanda Torres performance, direction, and screenplay.
“I’m Still Here” delivers a gripping 138-minute cinematic experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
