Beijing, the capital of the Chinese mainland, witnessed a cinematic milestone on Monday as the Oscar-winning Brazilian film I'm Still Here made its long-awaited premiere.
The political drama, which clinched the 2025 Academy Award for Best International Feature, delves into the true story of Eunice Paiva, whose husband Rubens was 'disappeared' during Brazil's political purges in the 1970s.
The red-carpet event welcomed Rosangela Lula da Silva, wife of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, alongside a vibrant mix of film professionals from Brazil and the Chinese mainland. Reflecting on its journey, Rosangela said, "It has traveled over 17,000 kilometers to reach more than 10,000 screens across the Chinese mainland," underscoring the film's global resonance.
Chinese actress Yao Chen, who previously appeared in the Brazilian production The Cord of Life screened at a film festival in São Paulo in 2023, presented the first lady with a vinyl copy of the movie soundtrack. Yao expressed her hope for deeper artistic collaborations between filmmakers in Brazil and the Chinese mainland to explore new stories together.
I'm Still Here follows Eunice Paiva as she rebuilds her life amid political unrest, offering a powerful testament to courage and determination. Its warm reception in Beijing signals a rising appetite for cross-cultural storytelling and fresh creative exchanges.
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