Overview
- The Brazilian film begins its theatrical run in Argentina on Feb. 26 under MUBI and MACO distribution.
- The feature holds four Academy Award nominations ahead of the March 15 ceremony, though outlets differ on which exact categories.
- Set in Brazil in 1977 under the military dictatorship, the narrative explores state surveillance, collective memory and personal exile through a university professor’s ordeal.
- Critics highlight Wagner Moura’s restrained performance and Mendonça Filho’s precise direction as defining strengths.
- The local release follows a decorated campaign that includes Cannes honors such as Best Director and Best Actor, plus two Golden Globes.