Ep 305: Reviewing "The Secret Agent" (2025): Corruption, Carnivale, and the Shadows of Dictatorship
In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen continue their exploration of this year's Oscar-nominated films with a captivating discussion on Brazil's entry for Best Foreign Feature (and Oscar Best Picture nominee), "The Secret Agent," directed by Kleber Mondonca Filho. Set against the backdrop of Brazil's 20th-century military dictatorship during the tumultuous Carnival season of 1977, the film follows Armando, an academic who finds himself in the perilous world of refugees after crossing paths with the regime. Laura and Stephen delve into the film's rich narrative, highlighting…
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