Film enthusiasts are in for a powerful cinematic experience as Cinema Akil presents I Am Still Here, a new documentary by award-winning Brazilian director Walter Salles, premiering on 30 May.
Set in 1971, during the height of Brazil’s dictatorship, the Portuguese-language film (with English subtitles) follows the deeply emotional journey of a mother grappling with loss and survival after her family is torn apart by political turmoil. As she attempts to rebuild her life, the documentary delivers a haunting yet tender portrait of resilience, memory, and reinvention in the face of unimaginable hardship.
Known for his masterful storytelling in The Motorcycle Diaries, Walter Salles returns with a more intimate lens, exploring the personal cost of oppressive regimes and the quiet strength of those left behind.
Tickets are now available through Cinema Akil. This limited screening offers a rare chance to witness a compelling historical narrative brought to life through deeply human storytelling.