Central Station: Film Review
If you thought you know what goes on in a Brazilian train station, then think again.
“Central Station” takes you on the journey of Josué (played by Vinícius de Oliveira) and Mrs. Dora (Fernanda Montenegro) as they face the malignant terrain of Brazil.
Dora is a dilapidated former school teacher who now writes letters for the illiterate in Rio de Janeiro’s railroad station. She then takes them with her, not to mail, but to read them with her neighbor and leave them in her drawer of purgatory. Dora is visited by a woman and her child Josué. Josué’s mother has a heartfelt letter written to the boy’s father, but she is killed shortly after by a bus. Now the orphaned Josué spends his time in the train station alone not knowing anyone in Rio. Dora decides to aid Josue’ on his mission to be united with his father.
Fernanda Montenegro’s acting was exceptional. She was nominated for an Academy award for best actress in a lead role.
The film shows two believable characters in real life situations. This makes us wonder what we would do in the same situation.
With convincing characters and an convicting story, “Central Station” earns a spot in the corner of my heart.
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