Walter Salles‘ I’m Still Here, the first narrative feature from the acclaimed Brazilian filmmaker in 12 years, traveled to the Lido’s Sala Grande this evening.
Following the world premiere screening, the Venice Film Festival competition drama was welcomed with a 10-minute, 20-second ovation.
The audience gave a rousing response to the emotional political drama about one woman’s battle to discover the fate of her husband who disappeared after being arrested at the family’s home in Rio de Janeiro in 1970.
Salles, known for such critical hits as Central Station and The Motorcycle Diaries, was joined in Venice by cast members including Fernanda Torres and Selton Mello, as well as the author of the film’s source material, Marcelo Rubens Paiva.
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