Estamira movie poster

Estamira

"Everything that is imaginary has, exists and is"

October 1, 2004 2h 1m 7.6/10 (21 votes)

Originally released in 2004. Estamira is a documentary film. directed by Marcos Prado. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Estamira

Synopsis

Estamira is a 63-year-old woman who suffers from schizophrenia. She leads a tough life and has supported herself for the past 20 years by picking through garbage at the Jardim Gramacho Disposal Area in Rio de Janeiro. The film follows her starting in 2000, the year she begins treatment in a psychiatric clinic. At first, it is hard to understand her in her stream-of-consciousness sentences, delusions and obsessions. Gradually, however, we get to know her as a woman who can have quiet and lucid moments despite her illness.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 1, 2004 21 years ago
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Runtime 2h 1m 121 minutes total
User Rating 7.6/10 Great (21 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Zazen Produções

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Estamira about?

Estamira is a 63-year-old woman who suffers from schizophrenia. She leads a tough life and has supported herself for the past 20 years by picking through garbage at the Jardim Gramacho Disposal Are...

Who directed Estamira?

Estamira was directed by Marcos Prado.

How long is Estamira?

Estamira has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).

When was Estamira released?

Estamira was released on October 1, 2004 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Estamira?

The main cast of Estamira includes Estamira.