By rikififi90 
The Brazilian film industry is in the spotlight at the 2025 Oscars, set for this Sunday, March 2, in Los Angeles, with a live broadcast on TV Globo. “I’m Still Here,” an original Globoplay production directed by Walter Salles, is competing in three categories: best picture, best actress for Fernanda Torres, and best international feature film. Winning best picture with only three nominations is a daunting task, but not unprecedented in the awards’ 96-year history, where four films have achieved this rare feat. Should it secure at least one statuette, the movie will mark Brazil’s first-ever Oscar victory, a milestone eagerly anticipated by filmmakers and fans nationwide.
Set during Brazil’s military dictatorship, “I’m Still Here” follows Eunice Paiva, portrayed by Fernanda Torres, as she seeks justice after her husband, Rubens Paiva, vanishes in the 1970s. The film, blending historical drama and raw emotion, has garnered critical acclaim and thrust Brazil back into the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ spotlight. While securing the top prize with few nominations is a long shot, the recent win of “CODA” in 2021 with three nods offers hope to the Brazilian team as the ceremony nears.
This year’s competition features major contenders, yet “I’m Still Here” stands out for its thematic weight and Torres’ compelling performance, already celebrated internationally. The Oscars, a globally revered event, will draw millions of viewers, with Brazilian anticipation building by the hour to see if the nation will finally take the stage at the Dolby Theatre.
A rare history fuels the race
Securing the best picture Oscar with three or fewer nominations is an uncommon achievement, occurring just four times since 1929. The first was “Wings” in 1929, a silent film about World War I pilots that won both of its nominated categories: best picture and best engineering effects. In 1930, “The Broadway Melody” took best picture among its three nominations, including best actress and best director, standing out as a milestone for sound musicals. Then, in 1932, “Grand Hotel” made history as the only film to win best picture with a single nomination, buoyed by a star-studded cast led by Greta Garbo.
More recently, “CODA” stunned audiences in 2021 by sweeping all three of its nominations: best picture, best adapted screenplay, and best supporting actor for Troy Kotsur. As the first streaming platform film to claim the top prize, it tells the story of a girl in a deaf family chasing her singing dreams, proving that simple tales can outshine heavily nominated blockbusters. These precedents keep hopes alive for “I’m Still Here” as Sunday approaches.
Spotlight on “I’m Still Here”
The Brazilian entry arrives at the Oscars with a gripping story and standout performances. Fernanda Torres plays Eunice Paiva, a woman confronting the military regime to uncover her husband’s fate after his 1971 disappearance. Directed by Walter Salles, known for the Oscar-nominated “Central Station” in 1999, the film offers a poignant look at a real-life struggle, tackling themes of resilience and memory. With three nominations, it faces a field often dominated by films with broader recognition, but its emotional depth is a key strength.
Torres’ casting bolsters its chances in the best actress race, pitting her against formidable global talents. The best international feature nod positions “I’m Still Here” as Brazil’s contender against world cinema, while its best picture bid places it among the year’s elite.
Lessons from past winners
Over nearly a century, films winning best picture with minimal nominations demonstrate that quality can trump quantity. “Wings” pioneered the feat in 1929, weaving a wartime love triangle into cinematic history during the shift to talkies. “The Broadway Melody” followed in 1930, introducing sound and a splash of color to its Broadway sisters’ saga, captivating audiences. “Grand Hotel” dazzled in 1932 with interwoven tales at a Berlin hotel, cementing Greta Garbo’s iconic line: “I want to be alone.”
“CODA,” from 2021, mirrors “I’m Still Here” most closely. With just three nominations, the Apple TV+ film triumphed with a heartfelt story and authentic performances, showing that human connection can sway voters over technical prowess. These cases bolster the Brazilian film’s prospects this Sunday, despite stiff competition.
Road to the 2025 Oscars
The journey of “I’m Still Here” to the Oscars began at the Venice Film Festival, where it earned praise for Salles’ direction and Torres’ intensity. Its selection as Brazil’s entry for best international feature soon followed, cementing its significance. The announcement of three nominations in January 2025 caught many by surprise, sparking optimism since Brazil has yet to win an Oscar, despite past nods like “The Given Word” (1963) and “City of God” (2004).
This Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles, kicking off at 8 p.m. local time (midnight in Brazil), caps a campaign that has rallied Brazilian cinema. The globally watched event promises a thrilling night, with all eyes on whether “I’m Still Here” will make history.
Stats of the rare victors
The four best picture winners with three or fewer nominations carry unique legacies:
- “Wings” (1929): 2 nominations, 2 wins.
- “The Broadway Melody” (1930): 3 nominations, 1 win.
- “Grand Hotel” (1932): 1 nomination, 1 win.
- “CODA” (2021): 3 nominations, 3 wins.
These figures reveal no fixed pattern—some swept their categories, others took just the top prize. For “I’m Still Here,” a win in any of its three slots would be a groundbreaking moment for Brazil.
2025 Oscars timeline
The Oscars follow an annual schedule culminating in the awards night. Key dates for 2025 include:
- January: Nominations announced (completed).
- March 2: Oscars ceremony at 8 p.m. (Los Angeles time).
- March 3: Official winners released.
Live coverage on TV Globo and digital platforms will let Brazilians track every second, especially rooting for “I’m Still Here” across its three categories.
Fernanda Torres shines in the cast
Fernanda Torres anchors “I’m Still Here” with a performance blending strength and fragility as Eunice Paiva. With a decorated career, including a best actress win at Cannes for “Love Me Forever or Never” (1986), she faces tough competition in her category. Her portrayal of a wife searching for a missing political figure resonates deeply with Brazil’s past, boosting the film’s odds in best actress and, by extension, best picture.
Torres’ presence amplifies the movie’s emotional pull, which has moved audiences at festivals. Her nomination underscores Brazil’s acting talent, regardless of Sunday’s outcome.
Real shot at history for Brazil
“I’m Still Here” enters the race with strong credentials but faces a crowded field. Best picture typically favors films with more nominations, like American blockbusters, yet “CODA”’s 2021 upset proves that compelling storytelling can prevail. The best international feature category offers another solid chance, where Brazil has come close before with “Central Station.” The mix of real history, Salles’ direction, and Torres’ gravitas gives the film an edge that could sway Academy voters at the last moment.
The stakes are high as Brazil awaits its first Oscar. With three nominations, “I’m Still Here” carries the nation’s hopes into Sunday’s ceremony, aiming to join the elite club of sparse-nomination winners and etch its name in cinematic history.
The Brazilian film industry is in the spotlight at the 2025 Oscars, set for this Sunday, March 2, in Los Angeles, with a live broadcast on TV Globo. “I’m Still Here,” an original Globoplay production directed by Walter Salles, is competing in three categories: best picture, best actress for Fernanda Torres, and best international feature film. Winning best picture with only three nominations is a daunting task, but not unprecedented in the awards’ 96-year history, where four films have achieved this rare feat. Should it secure at least one statuette, the movie will mark Brazil’s first-ever Oscar victory, a milestone eagerly anticipated by filmmakers and fans nationwide.
Set during Brazil’s military dictatorship, “I’m Still Here” follows Eunice Paiva, portrayed by Fernanda Torres, as she seeks justice after her husband, Rubens Paiva, vanishes in the 1970s. The film, blending historical drama and raw emotion, has garnered critical acclaim and thrust Brazil back into the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ spotlight. While securing the top prize with few nominations is a long shot, the recent win of “CODA” in 2021 with three nods offers hope to the Brazilian team as the ceremony nears.
This year’s competition features major contenders, yet “I’m Still Here” stands out for its thematic weight and Torres’ compelling performance, already celebrated internationally. The Oscars, a globally revered event, will draw millions of viewers, with Brazilian anticipation building by the hour to see if the nation will finally take the stage at the Dolby Theatre.
A rare history fuels the race
Securing the best picture Oscar with three or fewer nominations is an uncommon achievement, occurring just four times since 1929. The first was “Wings” in 1929, a silent film about World War I pilots that won both of its nominated categories: best picture and best engineering effects. In 1930, “The Broadway Melody” took best picture among its three nominations, including best actress and best director, standing out as a milestone for sound musicals. Then, in 1932, “Grand Hotel” made history as the only film to win best picture with a single nomination, buoyed by a star-studded cast led by Greta Garbo.
More recently, “CODA” stunned audiences in 2021 by sweeping all three of its nominations: best picture, best adapted screenplay, and best supporting actor for Troy Kotsur. As the first streaming platform film to claim the top prize, it tells the story of a girl in a deaf family chasing her singing dreams, proving that simple tales can outshine heavily nominated blockbusters. These precedents keep hopes alive for “I’m Still Here” as Sunday approaches.
Spotlight on “I’m Still Here”
The Brazilian entry arrives at the Oscars with a gripping story and standout performances. Fernanda Torres plays Eunice Paiva, a woman confronting the military regime to uncover her husband’s fate after his 1971 disappearance. Directed by Walter Salles, known for the Oscar-nominated “Central Station” in 1999, the film offers a poignant look at a real-life struggle, tackling themes of resilience and memory. With three nominations, it faces a field often dominated by films with broader recognition, but its emotional depth is a key strength.
Torres’ casting bolsters its chances in the best actress race, pitting her against formidable global talents. The best international feature nod positions “I’m Still Here” as Brazil’s contender against world cinema, while its best picture bid places it among the year’s elite.
Lessons from past winners
Over nearly a century, films winning best picture with minimal nominations demonstrate that quality can trump quantity. “Wings” pioneered the feat in 1929, weaving a wartime love triangle into cinematic history during the shift to talkies. “The Broadway Melody” followed in 1930, introducing sound and a splash of color to its Broadway sisters’ saga, captivating audiences. “Grand Hotel” dazzled in 1932 with interwoven tales at a Berlin hotel, cementing Greta Garbo’s iconic line: “I want to be alone.”
“CODA,” from 2021, mirrors “I’m Still Here” most closely. With just three nominations, the Apple TV+ film triumphed with a heartfelt story and authentic performances, showing that human connection can sway voters over technical prowess. These cases bolster the Brazilian film’s prospects this Sunday, despite stiff competition.
Road to the 2025 Oscars
The journey of “I’m Still Here” to the Oscars began at the Venice Film Festival, where it earned praise for Salles’ direction and Torres’ intensity. Its selection as Brazil’s entry for best international feature soon followed, cementing its significance. The announcement of three nominations in January 2025 caught many by surprise, sparking optimism since Brazil has yet to win an Oscar, despite past nods like “The Given Word” (1963) and “City of God” (2004).
This Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles, kicking off at 8 p.m. local time (midnight in Brazil), caps a campaign that has rallied Brazilian cinema. The globally watched event promises a thrilling night, with all eyes on whether “I’m Still Here” will make history.
Stats of the rare victors
The four best picture winners with three or fewer nominations carry unique legacies:
- “Wings” (1929): 2 nominations, 2 wins.
- “The Broadway Melody” (1930): 3 nominations, 1 win.
- “Grand Hotel” (1932): 1 nomination, 1 win.
- “CODA” (2021): 3 nominations, 3 wins.
These figures reveal no fixed pattern—some swept their categories, others took just the top prize. For “I’m Still Here,” a win in any of its three slots would be a groundbreaking moment for Brazil.
2025 Oscars timeline
The Oscars follow an annual schedule culminating in the awards night. Key dates for 2025 include:
- January: Nominations announced (completed).
- March 2: Oscars ceremony at 8 p.m. (Los Angeles time).
- March 3: Official winners released.
Live coverage on TV Globo and digital platforms will let Brazilians track every second, especially rooting for “I’m Still Here” across its three categories.
Fernanda Torres shines in the cast
Fernanda Torres anchors “I’m Still Here” with a performance blending strength and fragility as Eunice Paiva. With a decorated career, including a best actress win at Cannes for “Love Me Forever or Never” (1986), she faces tough competition in her category. Her portrayal of a wife searching for a missing political figure resonates deeply with Brazil’s past, boosting the film’s odds in best actress and, by extension, best picture.
Torres’ presence amplifies the movie’s emotional pull, which has moved audiences at festivals. Her nomination underscores Brazil’s acting talent, regardless of Sunday’s outcome.
Real shot at history for Brazil
“I’m Still Here” enters the race with strong credentials but faces a crowded field. Best picture typically favors films with more nominations, like American blockbusters, yet “CODA”’s 2021 upset proves that compelling storytelling can prevail. The best international feature category offers another solid chance, where Brazil has come close before with “Central Station.” The mix of real history, Salles’ direction, and Torres’ gravitas gives the film an edge that could sway Academy voters at the last moment.
The stakes are high as Brazil awaits its first Oscar. With three nominations, “I’m Still Here” carries the nation’s hopes into Sunday’s ceremony, aiming to join the elite club of sparse-nomination winners and etch its name in cinematic history.
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