Waterford Film For All presents I’m Still Here, a Brazilian drama from director Walter Salles
Early 1970s, Rio de Janeiro: life in the Paiva family is hectic but filled with laughter and warmth. This changes dramatically when head of the household, and former congressman, Rubens is taken for questioning by the military…
Based on the memoir of Rubens’ son Marcello, this latest film from Oscar-winner Walter Salles (The Motorcycle Diaries) is intelligent, compelling and moving.
Festivals
Venice Film Festival 2024
Toronto International Film Festival 2024
San Sebastián Film Festival 2024
BFI London Film Festival 2024
Awards
Winner – Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama, Golden Globes 2025
Reviews
“★ ★ ★ ★ Based on a true story that spans four decades, this Brazilian drama is gorgeously well made, packed with earthy character detail that keeps it from turning melodramatic or sentimental.”
– Shadows on the Wall
“… I’m Still Here is a gripping, profoundly touching film with a deep well of pathos.”
– The Hollywood Reporter
“One of the most magnificent performances of the year”
– Collider
“A powerful warning from history”
– Deadline
“Profoundly moving”
– Variety
“Reminds us why freedom should never be taken for granted”
– Cineuropa
“Spectacular”
– Indiewire
“An homage to the fearlessness of women”
– Pop Matters
“Lives and breathes through its indelible performances”
– The Upcoming
