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Brazil’s ‘The Secret Agent’ Enters U.S. Theaters as Awards Momentum Surges

Fresh Golden Globe nods alongside critics’ prizes position Kleber Mendonça Filho’s period thriller for an Oscar run.

Overview

  • The film scored multiple Golden Globe nominations, including best motion picture drama, best non-English language film and best actor for Wagner Moura.
  • U.S. rollout starts in select theaters on Dec. 12 with a broader expansion on Dec. 19.
  • It previously won Best Director and Best Actor at Cannes and was named Best International Film by the New York Film Critics Circle, with Moura also recognized.
  • Brazil has submitted the film for Academy Awards consideration in the Best International Feature category.
  • Critics praise Moura’s restrained performance and the film’s craftsmanship, with one review awarding 4 out of 4 stars.