Wagner Moura's Emotional Cannes Win: A Video Acceptance Speech from London

Cannes 2025: Wagner Moura's Emotional Acceptance Speech from London Brazilian actor Wagner Moura won Best Actor at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival for his performance in "O Agente Secreto." Unable to attend the ceremony in person, Moura delivered an emotional acceptance speech via video call. The speech, filled with gratitude and pride, highlighted the significance of the award for Brazilian cinema. "I wish I was there with all of you," Moura said, holding up his award. "This was such an important moment of my life, just to work with Kleber, just to be with him." He also expressed his happiness at the film's overall reception, stating, "I'm very, very happy for the way the film has been received because this is a Brazilian film, and it means a lot for the Brazilian culture." Moura's words underscore the international recognition of Brazilian filmmaking and the talent of its actors. His heartfelt message, delivered despite the distance, served as a powerful testament to his dedication and the impact of "O Agente Secreto."