John Oliver says Brazil's election could turn on a crappy Jim Caviezel movie
The Last Week Tonight host lays out facts for a pivotal election with uneasy American parallels.
In a recent episode, comedian John Oliver highlighted the significance of Brazil's upcoming presidential elections, emphasizing their potential impact on both the country and the United States. The race between aging center-left incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his 80-year-old son Flávio has taken a surprising turn after a crappy Jim Caviezel movie controversy.
Oliver compared the current political climate in Brazil to recent American history, noting the resemblance between the Bolsonaro family's actions and the events of 2022. Flávio, who is currently running neck-and-neck with his father for the presidency, faces a major setback due to an illegal funding scandal involving the film "Dark Horse," in which Caviezel played a role.
The distribution of the movie was postponed until after the election, leaving Flávio with a "millstone around his neck." As the election draws near, with the results being closely contested, it remains crucial for Brazilian citizens to exercise their right to vote.
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