Ainda Estou Aqui / I’m Still Here: a story of self-transformation and resistance through memory let down by a poor plot
Walter Salles, “Ainda Estou Aqui / I’m Still Here” (2024) Based on Brazilian writer Marcelo
Category: Brazilian Films
Brazilian Films | North American Films
Kiss of the Spider Woman: a multi-layered plot and excellent acting and direction create a powerful film classic
Hector Babenco, “Kiss of the Spider Woman” (1985) I had read the Manuel Puig novel
Brazilian Films | Portuguese-language Films
Elite Squad: powerful and thought-provoking study of police corruption and violence
Jose Padilha, “Elite Squad” (2007) An examination of corruption and brutality in a special forces