Josephine: Fragmentos de um Crime set for November release

The film “Josephine: Fragmentos de um Crime,” directed by Beth de Araújo, is scheduled for commercial release in Brazilian cinemas on November 19. Distributed by Retrato Filmes, the production has garnered significant critical acclaim, holding a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The film is a major contender for the 2027 Oscars, following its rare achievement at the Sundance Film Festival, where it won both the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award. This feat was last accomplished by “CODA” in 2021.

Starring Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan, and newcomer Mason Reeves, the story follows an eight-year-old girl named Josephine who witnesses a violent crime. The narrative explores her psychological trauma and her role as the sole witness capable of advancing the legal case. Director de Araújo, who was recently honored as Best Breakthrough Director at the Critics Choice Celebration of Cinema & Television, noted that the story is inspired by personal childhood memories.