Overview

• The Brazilian Film Academy selected Kleber Mendonça Filho’s 1970s-set thriller following a vote by a 15-member committee.
• Committee president Sara Silveira described the decision as harmonious after weeks of public discussion over competing titles.
• The film premiered at Cannes, where it won Best Director for Mendonça Filho and Best Actor for Wagner Moura, plus the Fipresci critics’ prize.
• Neon holds U.S. rights and is planning a full awards campaign, with Mubi handling several international territories.
• AMPAS will unveil the international feature shortlist on December 16, 2025, followed by nominations on January 22, 2026, and the ceremony on March 15.