The British newspaper The Guardian made an analysis of the reasons why the film “I’m still here” directed by Walter Salles deserves to win the Oscar from Best Movie .
According to The Guardian, the film stands out for its touching Brazilian soundtrack, exciting performances and impressive cinematography.
The work tells the story of Rubens Paiva, an kidnapped politician and murdered by the Brazilian military dictatorship in 1971, and as his wife, Eunice, played by Fernanda Torres, faces pain and struggle to protect her children and discover the truth about her husband .
The criticism stressed that, despite the brutality of the context, the film differs by showing the family’s struggle in a intimate and dignified way, without resorting to explicit scenes of violence.
The newspaper also highlighted the big reception of the film in Brazil, where more than four million people watched production, causing the country to join in support of the feature. The criticism spoke about the impact that a possible victory of production would have, especially because it coincides with Carnival, creating an environment of great celebration and national pride.
The newspaper also pointed out that the story of “I’m still here” connects with current global issues, especially with the rise of authoritarian regimes and the devastating impact of these regimes on families.
The analysis of the British newspaper also noted that the film reflects the reality of political persecution still lived in various parts of the world, such as authoritarian regimes in Venezuela and Russia, bringing out the relevance and power of the feature’s message.
In addition, The Guardian stated that “I’m still here” is a film that not only represents Brazil with depth and sensitivity, but it is a powerful reflection of modern times, in which the fight against oppression and freedom remains a one constant battle.
For The Guardian, the film is a work that deserves the Oscar for best film of 2025, considering its emotional impact, political relevance and film excellence.
The production received three important nominations in the award, which takes place on March 2: Best Movie, Best International Movie and Best Actress .
This content was originally published in The Guardian reasons for “I’m still here” to win Oscar on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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