The Secret Agent,” nominated for four Oscars, returns to theaters.

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Film awards season continues, with Cinesesc showcasing top films from January 29 to February 4. Kleber Mendonca Filho’s The Secret Agent, nominated for Best Picture, Best Actor (Wagner Moura), Best Foreign Language Film, and Best Ensemble at the upcoming Oscars, returns to theaters. Set in 1970s Recife during Carnaval, this political thriller blends history, folklore, pop culture, and surreal scenes to deliver a powerful Brazilian essence with unforgettable characters. The Cinesesc lineup also includes Hind Rajab by Kaouther Ben Hania, a critically acclaimed film previously nominated for an Oscar. The film focuses on a recent conflict, centering on the voice and experience of a six-year-old Palestinian girl trapped in a Gaza shootout, and highlighting the brutal realities of war through her story and the struggles of rescue teams. A Voice from Hind Rajab will be shown on January 29, 31 and February 1, 3 and 4 at 6:00 PM.

Pilar’s Diary in the Amazon, directed by Eduardo Vaisman and Rodrigo Van Der Put, will be screened at Cineclub daily, including Sundays, during this special vacation event. Based on Flavia Lins e Silva’s books, the film follows a young explorer who journeys to the Amazon with a magical net inherited from her grandfather. Teaming up with Maiara, a local riverdweller whose home has been destroyed, Pilar enlists the help of mythical creatures to save the forest. The film (Brazil, 2025, 91 minutes, fiction, ages 6+) stars Lina Flor, Miguel Soares, Sophia Ataide, Thulio Leal, Marcelo Adnet, and Emilio Dantas, and it highlights the importance of protecting the Amazon rainforest around Belém do Pará. Prior to Sunday screenings, Cineclub and Crialudis Parafusatorio invite children to participate in free crafting activities from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, using simple materials to foster imagination and friendship. Additional screenings include: Neighboring Sounds (Dir: Kleber Mendonca Filho, Brazil, France, Netherlands, Germany, 2025, 158 min): Marcelo, a tech entrepreneur in his late thirties, arrives in Recife during Carnival, hoping to find his son and a sanctuary, only to be disillusioned. Screenings on January 29 and 30 at 5:00 PM.

Dramatic Journey of Lee Byunghun in ‘Sole Exit’ (Park Chanwook, 2025)

Sole Exit (Dir: Park Chanwook, South Korea, 2025, 139 min): Based on Donald E. Westlake’s novel The Ax, this film tells the story of a man who, after losing his job of 25 years, takes extreme measures. Starring Lee Byunghun, Son Yejin, and Park Heesoon. Showtimes include January 30 at 8:30 PM, January 31 at 5:30 PM, February 1 and 4 at 8:00 PM, and February 2 at 5:00 PM. Cinesesc offers special ticket prices through February 28: Children under 12 receive free admission to all Wednesday sessions and the first daily screenings starting at 3:00 PM, as well as Cineclubinho sessions. Regular tickets are R$10.00, with student/senior discounts available for R$5.00, and R$3.00 tickets for Sesc credential holders. Note that prices may vary for special events, festivals and exhibitions. Tickets can be purchased via the Credencial Sesc SP app from 5:00 PM on January 19. Ticket prices for O Diario De Pilar Na Amazonia: Full Price: R$24.00 Half Price (concessions): R$12.00 Sesc Credential: R$8.00 Free for kids under 12 The full schedule and additional details are available at Sescsp.org.br/cinesesc.

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Exciting news is rolling in from various corners of our entertainment universe! First off, anime enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that Bruno Pferd has shared an update on the Dragon Ball universe. In his recent post titled “Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Announced”, published January 25th, 2026, Pferd delves into the upcoming continuation of the popular series. Picking up after Goku and Vegeta’s intense battle against Jiren in the Power Tournament, ‘The Galactic Patrol’ is set to be a gripping second season focused on Moro taking up the mantle as the main antagonist. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting this new chapter in the Dragon Ball Super saga, so don’t miss out on Bruno’s insightful post here Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Announced. If real-life crime stories are more your cup of tea, Sophie Laurent has got you covered with her latest article, “Netflix Strikes Again: New True Crime Film Captivates Millions of Viewers”, published January 26th, 2026. Dive into the chilling tale of “Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story,” a Netflix film that has viewers on the edge of their seats with over 4 million views in just a few days and peaking at #3 in the US – it’s not to be missed! Check it out here Netflix Strikes Again: New True Crime Film Captivates Millions of Viewers. Before you wrap up your reading today, I want to point you towards another gem from Bruno Pferd’s pen, ‘A Confused School: The Best Worst Movie of the Afternoon Session’, published just last month. It’s a riotous dive into Brazil’s 1990 comedy classic, ‘A School in Chaos’, where the humor is as chaotic as the private boarding school it portrays. Supla’s exaggerated antics steal the show while the film unintentionally becomes an anthropological record of Brazilian youth fantasies. Perfect for anyone looking to experience or critique a slice of 90s Brazil, check it out here A Confused School: The Best Worst Movie of the Afternoon Session.”