Marcelo Rubens Paiva
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is a Brazilian writer, playwright, and journalist, renowned for his impactful works that often explore themes of memory and trauma. His debut book, 'Feliz Ano Velho,' published in 1982, recounts his personal tragedy of becoming quadriplegic after a diving accident at the age of 20. Paiva's literary contributions include novels such as 'Blecaute,' 'Malu de bicicleta,' and 'Ainda Estou Aqui,' the latter reflecting on the memory of his mother, Eunice Paiva, and the political violence experienced during Brazil's military dictatorship. His work not only addresses personal loss but also serves as a crucial narrative that aids younger generations in understanding the historical context of that era.
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Marcelo Rubens Paiva mentioned that Pedro Almodóvar praised 'Ainda Estou Aqui' as one of the best films he has seen recently.
Dois filmes brasileiros são selecionados pelo The Economist entre os melhores de 2025; veja lista
Brazil· 2025-12-02
Marcelo Rubens Paiva mentioned that Pedro Almodóvar called 'Ainda Estou Aqui' one of the best films he has seen recently.
Dois filmes brasileiros são selecionados pelo The Economist entre os melhores de 2025; veja listaBrazil· 2025-12-01
Marcelo Rubens Paiva reflects on his life experiences and the impact of his upbringing on his parenting.
'A minha geração vive a plenitude'Brazil· 2025-08-10
Marcelo Rubens Paiva reflects on his life experiences and the impact of his upbringing on his parenting.
'A minha geração vive a plenitude'Brazil· 2025-08-10Marcelo Rubens Paiva called Trump’s interference utterly unspeakable.
‘Classic tinpot dictator’: Trump exports his assault on democracy to Brazil | Donald Trump
United Kingdom· 2025-08-01
Marcelo Rubens Paiva wrote the book that 'Ainda Estou Aqui' is based on, telling the story of his mother.
‘The New York Times’ destaca ‘Ainda Estou Aqui’ em sua lista de melhores filmes
Liechtenstein· 2025-07-27
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author whose book inspired the film 'Ainda estou aqui'.
'Para democracia existir, é preciso justiça', diz diretorBrazil· 2025-07-09
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is a writer who broke his leg during a flight to Portugal.
Autor de 'Ainda estou aqui', Marcelo Rubens Paiva quebra perna em voo para PortugalBrazil· 2025-07-07Marcelo Rubens Paiva is a writer who broke his leg during a flight to Portugal.
Autor de 'Ainda estou aqui', Marcelo Rubens Paiva quebra perna em voo para PortugalBrazil· 2025-07-07Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the son of a former federal deputy and author of a book that inspired an Oscar-winning film.
Governo Federal assina acordo com família de Vladimir Herzog, jornalista assassinado pela ditaduraBrazil· 2025-06-26
Marcelo Rubens Paiva was highlighted after the country's first Oscar win.
Democracia está 'capengando, mas andando', diz Lula em evento com homenagem a Janja no RioBrazil· 2025-05-21
Marcelo Rubens Paiva was honored for his impact on Brazilian literature and culture.
Brasileiros precisam de comida, diversão e arte e Bolsonaro tentou ‘tirar de todos nós’, diz LulaLiechtenstein· 2025-05-21
Marcelo Rubens Paiva wrote 'Ainda Estou Aqui', which has gained renewed interest due to its film adaptation.
Biografia: Por que amamos histórias reais de artistas e personalidades?Liechtenstein· 2025-05-20
Marcelo Rubens Paiva's book served as the basis for the film 'Ainda estou aqui'.
Fernanda Torres e Walter Salles são as Personalidades do Ano do Prêmio Faz Diferença 2024Brazil· 2025-05-10
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author of the book that inspired the film 'Ainda estou aqui'.
Fernanda Torres e Walter Salles são as Personalidades do Ano do Prêmio Faz Diferença 2024Brazil· 2025-05-10Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author of the book that inspired the Oscar-winning film 'Ainda estou aqui'.
'Opa, será que teremos um filme novo?'Brazil· 2025-05-08
The film 'Aún estoy aquí' is based on the memoirs of Marcelo Rubens Paiva.
El drama brasileño ‘Aún estoy aquí’ y la serie colombiana ‘Cien años de soledad’ triunfan en los premios Platino del audiovisual iberoamericano | Cultura
Spain· 2025-04-27
Marcelo Rubens Paiva registered a police report for an assault he suffered during carnival.
Marcelo Rubens Paiva registra boletim de ocorrência por agressão sofrida no carnavalBrazil· 2025-04-08
Marcelo Rubens Paiva's memoirs inspired the film 'Aún estoy aquí'.
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Argentina· 2025-04-07
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author of the book on which the film 'Ainda estou aqui' is based.
'Ainda estou aqui' chega ao Globoplay em abril; saiba o dia da estreia no streamingBrazil· 2025-04-01Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author of the book that the film 'Ainda Estou Aqui' is based on.
'Ainda estou aqui' tem sessões gratuitas para moradores de cidade no RJ; saiba maisBrazil· 2025-03-29Marcelo Rubens Paiva revealed that Gilberto Gil really welcomed his sister, Vera Paiva, in London during his exile.
‘Ainda Estou Aqui’: Marcelo Rubens Paiva diz que Gilberto Gil realmente acolheu sua irmã em LondresLiechtenstein· 2025-03-17
Marcelo Rubens Paiva stated that Gilberto Gil indeed welcomed his older sister Vera in London.
Marcelo Rubens Paiva afirma que Gilberto Gil acolheu sua irmã em Londres, como diz o filmeBrazil· 2025-03-16Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the youngest son of Eunice Paiva and the author of the book that serves as the basis for the film 'Ainda estou aqui'.
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Portugal· 2025-03-13
The film is based on the autobiographical novel by his son Marcelo Rubens Paiva.
Ausland-Oscar für 'I’m Still Here': Triumph mit einem Makel
Switzerland· 2025-03-13
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is launching a new book called 'O novo agora' that discusses recent events in his life.
Novo livro de Marcelo Rubens Paiva, autor de ‘Ainda Estou Aqui’, já tem data de lançamento; conheçaLiechtenstein· 2025-03-07Marcelo Rubens Paiva's book was given a global boost by Walter Salles' film.
Hollywood, o altar que nos defineLiechtenstein· 2025-03-06
Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the author of the book that the film 'Ainda Estou Aqui' is adapted from.
'Conseguiu lavar a alma do brasileiro'Brazil· 2025-03-05Marcelo Rubens Paiva is the writer whose book inspired the film about his mother, Eunice Paiva.
saiba como assistir aos filmes que ganharam a premiaçãoBrazil· 2025-03-04
Marcelo Rubens Paiva wrote the book that inspired the film 'Ainda Estou Aqui'.
Se o golpe de Bolsonaro tivesse dado certo, o Brasil teria ganhado o seu primeiro Oscar?Liechtenstein· 2025-03-04
