https://www.mondialnews.com/2025/10/21/i-hope-he-goes-to-jail-brazils-cannes-winning-director-takes-a-bold-stand-on-bolsonaro-and-political-amnesia/
Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho, whose latest work garnered top honors at the Cannes Film Festival, has issued a stark condemnation of former president Jair Bolsonaro amid Brazil’s ongoing political turbulence. In a candid interview with The Guardian, Mendonça expressed hope that Bolsonaro faces legal consequences for his controversial tenure, while also highlighting a growing sense of political amnesia among the Brazilian public. The director’s outspoken stance reflects broader anxieties about the country’s democratic future as it grapples with the legacy of Bolsonaro’s leadership.
Brazilian Filmmaker Condemns Bolsonaro and Highlights Nation’s Political Forgetfulness
In a powerful critique of Brazil’s recent political climate, the acclaimed filmmaker did not shy away from expressing his frustration with Jair Bolsonaro’s legacy. Describing the former president’s tenure as a “dark chapter,” he called for accountability and justice, emphasizing the need for societal…
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Author : Miles Cooper
Publish date : 2025-10-21 12:23:00
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