Famous Hollywood actor will play Jair Bolsonaro in new film

The American actor Jim Caviezel was chosen to play Jair Bolsonaro in the film Dark Horse. The film, planned to premiere in 2026, will revisit Bolsonaro’s political career, emphasizing the 2018 election campaign and the knife attack he suffered that year.

Dark Horse draws attention for its international cast and for dealing with a controversial political figure.

International Cast Details

The film features a diverse cast. Marcus Ornellas, Brazilian who made his career in Mexico, will play Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. Congressman Eduardo Bolsonaro will be played by the actor Eddie Finlay, from the USA.

Carlos Bolsonaro will be represented by the Brazilian Sergio Barreto. The cast’s objective is to reach a global audience, not limited to just the Brazilian public.

Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh, the film will address political and religious themes, with a script written by Mario Frias. Recordings in English aim to avoid leaks. The production adopts a strict security system during filming to ensure confidentiality.

Repercussion

The project generated discussion, especially online, with Bolsonaro supporters excited by Caviezel’s choice, given his history of impactful roles. The film seeks to adjust Bolsonaro’s trajectory with emblematic figures already experienced by Caviezel, seeking to solidify the former president’s image of overcoming.

In addition to the political trajectory, the film dramatizes events such as Bolsonaro’s role in the Armed Forces, highlighting the fight against drug trafficking. These choices highlight the narrative of the challenge faced by Bolsonaro against political competitors and criminal organizations.