Flavio Bolsonaro faces corruption probe over film project ahead of October 4 election

Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, faces an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and money laundering involving a biographical film titled 'Dark Horse.' A newly released court document indicates police began probing the candidate in July. Authorities conducted dozens of raids this week targeting the production company accused of embezzling public funds to finance the project starring US actor Jim Caviezel as Jair Bolsonaro. Flavio Bolsonaro stated at a campaign event that he has nothing to hide and affirmed the film is legal. Unlike in other nations, this criminal probe does not prevent him from running for office. The Brazilian presidential election takes place on October 4 with deep polarization between Flavio Bolsonaro and left-wing incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Flavio Bolsonaro entered the race after his father faced imprisonment for a 2022 coup attempt. Political observers note the candidate has positioned himself as a moderate alternative compared to his father.