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Paris Filmes has officially declined to distribute Dark Horse, a biographical film centered on Jair Bolsonaro. In a formal statement, the company confirmed it was approached regarding the project but decided not to proceed with distribution, noting that no contracts or formal negotiations exist. The film, which features Jim Caviezel in the lead role, has faced public scrutiny due to reports of high-cost private financing linked to Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of the former president.
Why did Paris Filmes reject the distribution deal?
Paris Filmes stated that it frequently evaluates various projects from national and international producers. According to the company’s official note, after an internal review of Dark Horse, the firm chose not to advance with a distribution agreement. The distributor emphasized that there is no ongoing negotiation or signed commitment regarding the film. This decision follows widespread reports regarding the project’s funding, which has become a focal point in broader investigations into the activities of Flávio Bolsonaro.
What is the controversy surrounding the film’s financing?
The production is currently tied to investigations involving Flávio Bolsonaro. According to reporting by The Intercept, the project received approximately R$ 61 million from banker Daniel Vorcaro, who is involved in the scandal involving Banco Master. The scale of this private investment has drawn attention from authorities, as the film’s financial backing has become a component of legal inquiries.
Did you know?
Information points to the fact that the screenplay for the film was written by Mário Frias, who was the Special Secretary of Culture in the Bolsonaro government.
Who is involved in the production of Dark Horse?
The film features an international cast and creative team. Jim Caviezel portrays the former president, who is currently serving a sentence of 27 years and three months in house arrest following convictions for armed criminal organization, coup d’état, attempted abolition of the Democratic State of Law, damage to public property qualified by violence and grave threat, and deterioration of protected property.
Additional cast members include:
- Lynn Collins: Known for her role in John Carter – Entre Dois Mundos.
- Esai Morales: Known for his role in Missão Impossível 8.
- Felipe Folgosi: Appearing as a federal police officer.
The project is directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh. While a specific release date remains unconfirmed, reports indicate the film is expected to premiere in Brazil in September.
What is the plot of the film?
Media outlets, including Metrópoles, have reported that the screenplay includes action sequences set in the Amazon, depicting confrontations against drug cartels alongside indigenous groups and shamans. Other reports suggest the narrative focuses on the assassination attempt the former president suffered. The film’s trailer indicates that the latter approach may be the primary focus of the finished work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Dark Horse be released in Brazilian cinemas?
As of now, the film lacks a confirmed distribution partner following the withdrawal of Paris Filmes, though it is still slated for a potential September release.
Who is the lead actor in the Bolsonaro biopic?
Jim Caviezel plays the role of the former president.
What is the status of the legal case against the former president?
The former president is currently serving a sentence of 27 years and three months in house arrest for convictions related to armed criminal organization, coup d’état, attempted abolition of the Democratic State of Law, damage to public property qualified by violence and grave threat, and deterioration of protected property.
Is there a confirmed release date?
No. While reports point to a September window, there is no official date confirmed for the film’s premiere.
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