From acclaimed director Kleber Mendonça Filho (Aquarius, Bacurau), The Secret Agent is a gripping, mischievous political thriller that entertains as much as it provokes. Set amid the vibrant cultural landscape of 1970s Brazil, the film immerses audiences in the nation’s charged atmosphere, capturing the grandeur of the period’s golden-age cinema through sumptuous cinematography and a bold, era-defining soundtrack.
In a Best Actor–winning performance, Wagner Moura stars as Marcelo, a father on the run from a mysterious past. Arriving in Recife during Carnival, Marcelo is swept into a dizzying world of colour, noise, and unforgettable characters. As the city’s sights and sounds intensify, Marcelo’s true place within Recife’s intricate web of secrets begins to emerge.
A global awards contender, selected as Brazil’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards® and winner of two Golden Globe Awards, The Secret Agent stands as a landmark achievement in the rebirth of Brazilian cinema – heralding a new chapter on the world stage.