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Maré, Our Love Story (2008)

Movie ★ 5.9 104 min

Drama

Free adaptation of Romeo and Juliet translated to the harsh life in Favela da Maré, one of largest and most violent slums in Rio de Janeiro. Living in a slum divided between two rival gangs of drug traffickers, Analídia is the daughter of one of the gangs' leaders and Jonathan is a childhood friend of the other gang leader. Both study in a dance group situated exactly in the middle of the two territories, looking for solace in art.

Lúcia Murat Director Lúcia Murat Writer Paulo Lins Writer

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Quick facts

Released
April 4, 2008
Runtime
104 min
IMDb
tt1116944
Language
Studio
Lavorágine Films, Gloria Films, Limite Produções, Taiga Filmes

Themes

Cast

Vinícius D'Black Vinícius D'Black Jonathan Marisa Orth Marisa Orth Fernanda Cristina Lago Cristina Lago Analídia Monique Soares Luciene Rafael Mariano Leonardo Babu Santana Babu Santana Dudu Elisa Lucinda Elisa Lucinda D. Maria Flávio Bauraqui Flávio Bauraqui Paulo Malu Galli Malu Galli Maria Eugênia

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Frequently asked questions

What is Maré, Our Love Story about?
Free adaptation of Romeo and Juliet translated to the harsh life in Favela da Maré, one of largest and most violent slums in Rio de Janeiro. Living in a slum divided between two rival gangs of drug traffickers, Analídia is the daughter of one of the gangs' leaders and Jonathan is a childhood friend of the other gang leader. Both study in a dance group situated exactly in the middle of the two territories, looking for solace in art.
Who directed Maré, Our Love Story?
Maré, Our Love Story was directed by Lúcia Murat.
Who stars in Maré, Our Love Story?
Maré, Our Love Story stars Vinícius D'Black, Marisa Orth, Cristina Lago, Monique Soares.
When was Maré, Our Love Story released?
Maré, Our Love Story is a 2008 drama film.
Where can I watch Maré, Our Love Story?
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