PITTSBURGH, PA – Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho won the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Film for The Secret Agent, a political thriller, and dedicated the film to young filmmakers. He emphasized the significance of this moment for cinema in both the U.S. and Brazil, urging solidarity among filmmakers. Wagner Moura also made headlines by becoming the first Brazilian to win the Golden Globe for Best Actor, crediting shared political views and the importance of memory in their stories.
Moura’s speech celebrated Brazilian culture and was shared widely by the Brazilian government, which views these wins as a national achievement. President Lula praised the film, which highlights the violence of Brazil’s dictatorship, and emphasized the government’s investment in Brazilian cinema, including over $400 million in the industry in 2024.
As interest in anti-fascist films grows, particularly in the U.S., the successes of Brazilian cinema are breaking boundaries. The article reflects on a Pittsburgh premiere of The Secret Agent, describing successful turnout despite severe weather. Kleber, post-Golden Globes, reiterated the connection between cinema and political movements, encouraging young filmmakers to express their grievances through their work.
This sentiment fosters growing connections between American and Brazilian filmmakers, highlighting a shared mission against fascism and promoting solidarity in the creative community.
