Bitter former schoolteacher Dora (Fernanda Montenegro) supports herself by taking dictation from illiterate people in Rio de Janeiro who want to write letters to their families. One day, Josue, the 9-year-old son of one of her clients, is left alone. Reluctantly taking him in, Dora joins the boy on a road trip to find his long-missing father. Central Station (Central do Brasil) is one of the most acclaimed Brazilian films ever made. It won 44 awards and received 26 nominations worldwide. New 4K Restoration. A must-see movie!
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Playing as part of the first annual San Francisco Brazilian Film Festival.