On the night of March 2, Brazil has everything to vibrate with the victory of “I’m Still here” in Oscar 2025. The Brazilian controversial film three categories and appears as a favorite in at least two, according to the forecast of international vehicles such as The Hollywood journalist, Variety AND Indiewire.
In the category of the best actress, Fernanda Torres faces strong competition by Demi Moore, protagonist of “The Substance”. The American follows the main bet, but analysts believe that the Brazilian may surprise.
Second CBNIn the best international film, “I am still here” strengthened after the loss of breath “Emilia Pérez”, previously underlined as the favorite. Walter Salles’s film leads forecasts on most specialized sites except The Hollywood journalistwhich still keeps the chips in the work with Karla Gasco sofa.
Whatever happens in the 97th Oscar, Fernanda Torres has already made history.
Scott Roxborough – The Hollywood Reporter
The US press has increasingly highlighted Brazilian production. Fernanda Torres was the cover of the magazines Entertainment Weekly AND Cultivatedwho called it “Dear Hollywood”. The impact of advertising strengthens the campaign of the film on the dispute.
In addition, the production won four prizes at the Gold Derby Awards: best film, best actress, adapted script and best international film. Although the award is based on popular vote and does not directly influence the Oscar, it helps to keep the film evident.
Based on the book by Marcelo Rubens Paiva, “I am still here” says the disappearance of the former deputy Rubens Paiva during the military dictatorship. The film follows the struggle of his wife, Eunice Paiva, to get government responses on where her husband was.
“I’m still here” has exceeded $ 22.8 million in a global box office, the equivalent of about $ 130 million. According to CBN, 10% of this total was collected in the United States, with 1.06 million dollars last weekend, becoming the second most seen in the period.
The Walter Salles function was also described in Europe: $ 6.04 million in France, $ 4.05 million in Portugal and 1.8 million dollars in Italy, according to Box Office Mojo – Success that reiterates the strength of Brazilian cinema in the international market.
Post Oscar 2025: The specialized international media include the victory for “are still here” in two categories for the first time that appeared in digital look.
Source: Olhar Digital
Rose James is a Gossipify movie and series reviewer known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the latest releases. With a background in film studies, she provides engaging and informative reviews, and keeps readers up to date with industry trends and emerging talents.
