Wagner Moura Celebrates Cannes Wins: 'Brazil is the Country of Culture'

Cannes Celebrates Brazilian Cinema: Wagner Moura's Emotional Tribute Brazilian cinema shone brightly at the Cannes Film Festival, with Wagner Moura's performance in "O Agente Secreto" earning him the Best Actor award. Director Kleber Mendonça Filho also received the Best Director award for the same film. In a video message recorded from London, Moura expressed his delight at the win. "I received the news of the awards in the most unexpected way possible—on a film set in London," Moura shared. He went on to speak about the significance of the win for Brazilian cinema and culture, particularly after a period of difficulty. "Brazil is a country of culture, a country of art," he declared, emphasizing his pride in the achievements of Brazilian artists on the international stage. Moura's heartfelt message serves as an inspiring testament to the resilience and power of Brazilian culture.