The Heartbreaking True Story Behind Brazil’s Oscar-Nominated Drama ‘I’m Still Here’

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Last week’s announcement of the Oscar nominees didn’t shock anyone to see The Brutalist, Conclave, and Dune: Part Two on the list. However, a few nominees in the Best Picture category were somewhat unexpected.

Among them is the Brazilian drama “I’m Still Here,” a movie by seasoned director Walter Salles, marking his return to filmmaking after more than a decade. This production has garnered massive acclaim in its native country and has also resonated deeply with the Academy Award committee.

The movie draws its storyline from a memoir of the same title written by Marcelo Rubens Paiva, the renowned author. It predominantly unfolds in the 1970s, during a period when Brazil was governed by a military regime.

After her husband, the political dissident Rubens Paiva, is arrested and vanishes, Eunice Paiva (Marcelo’s mother) is followed.

Wondering how you can watch I’m Still Here in the UK? Read on for everything you need to know.

How to watch I’m Still Here – is it streaming?

No, the film is not yet streaming – and in fact hasn’t even been released in UK cinemas just yet.

The movie is scheduled to hit theaters on February 21st, 2025, which means UK viewers will have to wait a bit longer, approximately a few more weeks, before they can enjoy it.

As a movie enthusiast, I’m guessing that the movie we’ve all been waiting for might appear on Premium Video on Demand services shortly following its theater debut, but let me tell you, it’s almost unthinkable that it would happen before the grand Oscars night.

We’ll let you know when a date is announced.

What is I’m Still Here about?

The movie unfolds during Brazil’s military rule, focusing on the mystery of Rubens Paiva, a political dissident who vanished, as seen through the eyes of his attorney-activist wife, Eunice Pavia.

Eunice Paiva embarks on a solitary quest to uncover the truth about her missing husband, ex-PTB deputy Rubens Paiva, all while holding her family unit intact.

I’m Still Here cast – who stars in the film?

As a passionate cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that this movie boasts the captivating performance of the renowned Brazilian actress, Fernanda Torres. Her role in this production has garnered exceptional recognition from film critics – and even the discerning eyes of Oscar voters.

She’s joined in the cast by a host of other Brazilian stars – you can find a full list below:

  • Fernanda Torres as Eunice Paiva
  • Fernanda Montenegro as older Eunice Paiva
  • Selton Mello as Rubens Paiva
  • Guilherme Silveira as Marcelo Rubens Paiva
  • Antonio Saboia as adult Marcelo Rubens Paiva
  • Valentina Herszage as Vera Paiva
  • Maria Manoella as older Vera Paiva
  • Luiza Kosovski as Eliana Paiva
  • Marjorie Estiano as older Eliana Paiva
  • Barbara Luz as Nalu Paiva
  • Gabriela Carneiro da Cunha as older Nalu Paiva
  • Cora Mora as Maria Beatriz Facciolla Paiva
  • Olívia Torres as adult Maria Beatriz Facciolla Paiva
  • Pri Helena as Maria José (Zezé)
  • Humberto Carrão as Félix
  • Maeve Jinkings as Dalva Gasparian
  • Caio Horowicz as Ricardo Gomes Pimpão
  • Camila Márdila as Dalal Achcar
  • Charles Fricks as Fernando Gasparian
  • Luana Nastas as Helena Gasparian
  • Isadora Ruppert as Laura Gasparian
  • Daniel Dantas as Raul Ryff
  • Maitê Padilha as Cristina
  • Carla Ribas as Martha
  • Dan Stulbach as Bocaiuva Cunha

I’m Still Here trailer

You can watch a trailer below to get a better idea of what to expect from the film.

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2025-01-28 17:38