sharing its name with one of the most iconic stations in brazil, central do brasil (central station) (1998) is a popular brazilian movie, renowned for its depiction of the realities of life in rio de janeiro, especially for those living in the suburbs of the bustling city.

directed by carioca director walter salles, and starring some local actors, such as vinícius de oliveira, the film was released in 1998, to much critical acclaim.

the film was praised for displaying some of the hardship of the times, and has some memorable scenes, shot right inside the famous station.