Elis & Eu (2026)

Elis & Eu is an upcoming documentary film scheduled for release in 2026 that offers an intimate look into the private life of the legendary Brazilian singer Elis Regina. The project is set to mark what would have been her 80th birthday, providing a poignant retrospective on the career and personal struggles of one of Brazil's most iconic musical figures.

The narrative is uniquely structured around the memories and narration of her eldest son, João Marcello Bôscoli. By filtering the story through his perspective, the film aims to reveal the human side of the superstar, moving beyond her public persona to explore her relationships and daily experiences within her family unit.

Based on the book 'Elis e Eu: 11 anos, 6 meses e 19 dias com minha mãe' (Elis and I: 11 Years, 6 Months, and 19 Days with My Mother), the documentary delves into the specific period of time João spent living with his mother. This foundational text provides the emotional backbone for the film, ensuring a deeply personal account of their final years together before her untimely death.

• The film serves as a tribute to Elis Regina on the anniversary of what would have been her 80th birthday in 2025.
• It is directly adapted from the memoir written by her son, João Marcello Bôscoli.
• The documentary is available for streaming on Universal+ in Brazil.
• João Marcello Bôscoli not only provided the source material but also acts as the central narrator and witness to the events depicted.