We return to international cinema with 2024's Oscar winner for Best International Film, "I'm Still Here," a powerful true story about Brazil's military dictatorship and one family's devastating experience.• Based on the true story of Eunice Paiva, whose husband disappeared during Brazil's military dictatorship in 1971• Features an extraordinary performance from Fernanda Torres that captures the quiet strength of a mother protecting her children while seeking answers• Set against the backdrop of Rio's beaches, the film contrasts the family's idyllic lifestyle with the ever-present military threat• Director Walter Salles uses authentic period filmmaking techniques including Super 8 footage to create an immersive historical experience• Portrays the difficult reality of living under authoritarian rule with subtle tension and emotional restraint• Shows how Eunice transformed her personal tragedy into purpose by becoming a lawyer and human rights advocate• Received universal critical acclaim with a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from both critics and audiencesLetterbox'd Synopsis: In 1971, military dictatorship in Brazil reaches its height. The Paiva family — Rubens, Eunice, and their five children — live in a beachside house in Rio, open to all their friends. One day, Rubens is taken for questioning and does not return.🔻You can find all important links for the podcast over at https://linktr.ee/waitforitpodcast🔺🔻BACKGROUND MUSIC PROVIDED BY: Ocean by KV https://soundcloud.com/kvmusicprod  Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2OCvpHU Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/a8ctDtA7OK8 — Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0 🔺 Enjoyed the episode? Have something to tell us? Text us here!Support the show