Brazil, the art of change in a post-Bolsonaro era: Film for democracy (2/3)

To mark the France-Brazil 2025 season, which takes place in France from April to September, and the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, FRANCE 24’s cultural magazine arts24 brings you a three-part series exploring how Brazil’s creative forces are shaping national identity and driving social change through music, film and fashion. 

The second installment of our Brazil series presented by Eve Jackson examines the country’s powerful cinematic legacy and its role in confronting the nation’s complex political history. Shot in Rio de Janeiro, “Film for democracy” arrives at a pivotal moment following the country’s first-ever Oscar win for Best International Feature. This episode features acclaimed director Walter Salles discussing his Oscar-winning film “I’m Still Here”, which confronts the painful legacy of Brazil’s 1962-1985 military dictatorship. Through the true story of Eunice Paiva, whose husband was forcibly disappeared, the film reignites crucial conversations about historical memory and justice.