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Brazilian cinema faced a serious downturn at the beginning of 2024, with local films capturing less than 5% of box office revenues. However, a slight recovery emerged thanks to the success of "Ainda Estou Aqui," directed by Walter Sales, which attracted over 3 million viewers, and "O Alto da Compadecida 2," directed by Guel Arraes and Flávia Lacerda. Despite this positive turn, the overall context remains troubling, as these films represent a recovery within an industry grappling with substantial challenges.