On Location: How 'The Secret Agent' Captured the Spirit of 1977 Brazil
Condé Nast Traveler
by Megan SpurrellFebruary 11, 2026
With carnival street scenes and perfectly preserved movie theaters, director Kleber Mendonça Filho captured the essence of 1977 Recife using real-life locations in the city.
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Originally published on Condé Nast Traveler on 2/11/2026