Actress Luísa Arraes is about to play the legendary singer Cássia Eller in a biographical film titled Cássia – O Filme. Luísa was chosen after a five-month selection process, with over a hundred tests involving actresses from all over the country. The actress, known for her striking roles such as Diadorim in the television version of Grande Sertão Veredas and for her work in the soap operas No Rancho Fundo and Segundo Sol, convinced the team with a rare combination of strength and delicacy. The film will portray the artist’s rise in a narrative that balances the big stages, including the historic Rock in Rio show in 2001, with intimate moments that have never been seen before.
The film’s director, Diego Freitas, highlighted that Luísa Arraes has a very unique energy, very true, and manages to be strong and delicate at the same time, without seeming calculated. Freitas stated that the most important thing was to find an actress who would transmit Cássia’s soul, her freedom, intensity, and contradictions. Luísa’s characterization as Cássia Eller was revealed during the Show de Inverno, an event dedicated to the cinema exhibitor market, in Campos do Jordão. Filming begins in October, and until then, the actress and director dedicate themselves to an intense preparation process, including physical training, script reading, biographical research, and improvement of the characterization. The script is signed by Bia Crespo and Fernando Bonassi, and the casting direction is handled by Gabriel Domingues, nominated for an Oscar for Agente Secreto.
The production celebrates Cássia Eller’s legacy as an artist, woman, mother, and icon of freedom. The film is a production of Migdal Filmes, in co-production with H2O Produções and Diadorim Ideias, with distribution by H2O Films. Part of the cast is still in the selection process. The singer Cássia Eller is remembered for her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence, and the film promises to show a deeper and more personal view of the artist.
The biographical film Cássia – O Filme is an opportunity for the public to get to know the singer Cássia Eller’s story and legacy better. With an experienced production team and a talented actress like Luísa Arraes, the film promises to be an emotional tribute to the artist.
