Brazil’s entry to 2025 Academy Awards

From the unmistakably festive atmosphere within the home’s airy rooms, one wouldn’t guess the country is under a ferocious military dictatorship. That Walter Salles… first depicts the tight-knit family of “I’m Still Here” at their most ebullient, before tragedy strikes, pays off dramatic dividends in this remarkably life-affirming drama largely set in 1971 and based on the 2015 memoir by Marcelo Paiva (the Paivas’ only son).– LA Times

Eunice gave her children, her country and thousands of people affected by forced disappearances the gift of her stalwart determination. And, in its own way, Torres’ work as Eunice feels like a gift. How often do we get to watch a movie and recognize the unmistakable geniality that adorns a mother’s love? – Salon

“I’m Still Here” is one of the best films I’ve ever seen about the power of family” – Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times

After the 7:30 screenings, the Vancouver Island Brazilian Cultural Association invites you to stay after the film for a presentation: “A Personal Account of the Impact of Brazil’s Military Dictatorship” with the account of Julia Sobral, granddaughter of Eduardo Sobral, who was also persecuted, arrested and exiled during the regime.

Julia Sobral Campos was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She pursued her university studies in Paris, earning a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Literature from the Sorbonne. A writer and literary translator, she has translated numerous works from English and French into Portuguese. Her debut novel, Em pleno dia se morre, was published by Editora Patuá in December 2023. Recently, she completed a post-degree program at the University of Victoria to become a certified French Immersion teacher in British Columbia. She currently works as a substitute teacher in School District 62 while continuing her literary career.