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Woman

Woman

Oct 12, 1931 · 1h 10m

Rated 9 out of 10

Director

Octávio Gabus Mendes

Overview

Carmen, a poor and beautiful woman, lives in a shantytown in Rio de Janeiro. All men desire her, including her stepfather, but she only has eyes for her boyfriend, Milton. After being expelled from home, she finds out her lover is married. Unhappy with her life, she finds a place in a boarding house and tries to find a job, with no success. Tired and starving, she ends up passing out in the street, being helped by a passer-by, who leaves her at writer Flávio Martins's house, a man torn between the proposal of an arranged marriage, an old flame, and the new guest.

About Woman

What is Woman about?

Carmen, a poor and beautiful woman, lives in a shantytown in Rio de Janeiro. All men desire her, including her stepfather, but she only has eyes for her boyfriend, Milton. After being expelled from home, she finds out her lover is married. Unhappy with her life, she finds a place in a boarding house and tries to find a job, with no success. Tired and starving, she ends up passing out in the…

When was Woman released?

Woman was released on October 12, 1931.

How long is Woman?

Woman runs 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

Who directed Woman?

Woman was directed by Octávio Gabus Mendes.

Who is in the cast of Woman?

The cast of Woman includes Carmen Violeta (Carmen), Celso Montenegro (Flávio Martins), Ruth Gentil (Lígia), Alda Rios (Helena) and Luis Soroa (Dr. Arthur).

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