Brazil’s ‘O Agente Secreto’ Wins Golden Globe for Best Non‑English Language Film

Overview

• Kleber Mendonça Filho’s film took Best Film in a Non‑English Language at the 83rd Golden Globes in Los Angeles, with the director dedicating the moment to young filmmakers and greeting viewers in Brazil.
• The production arrived with three nominations, including best drama and best actor for Wagner Moura, underscoring its prominence across major categories.
• The Globes triumph follows a Critics Choice victory for international film and a sweep of top U.S. critics’ groups, strengthening its international profile.
• After a Cannes premiere that brought best actor and best director honors, the film drew more than 1.1 million viewers in Brazil and nearly 300,000 in France, with wider European releases rolling out.
• The title remains on Oscar shortlists ahead of nominations on January 22 and continues its campaign toward the Independent Spirit Awards and BAFTA dates.