Marias
(Marías)
Ludmila Curi | Documentary
2023 | 80 minutes | Brazil
Marias follows Maria Prestes and other women across Brazil and Russia, exploring their struggles, resilience, and fight for visibility and justice.
Synopsis
Marias is a road movie that journeys through Brazil and Russia in search of its protagonist, Maria Prestes, a woman who played a key role in pivotal moments of the twentieth century yet was rendered invisible by machismo and political persecution. The film situates her story within a broader historical and social context, intertwining the narratives of other women—some widely recognized, others forgotten—who also shaped significant events. Among these are the German activist Olga Benário, former Brazilian president Dilma Rousseff, and Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, assassinated in 2018.
Through this exploration, Marias foregrounds the everyday struggles of women as they navigate complex roles and choices. By highlighting these intersecting experiences, the film reflects on resilience, visibility, and the ongoing fight for a more just and equitable world, offering a critical lens on gender, history, and collective memory.
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Pragda subjects
Activism
Exile
Family
Fascism + Repression
History
Latin American Studies
Political Science
Women
Keywords
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Festivals
Porto Femme Film Festival
DIRECTOR: Ludmila Curi
NATIONALITY: Brazil
YEAR: 2023
GENRE: Documentary
LANGUAGE: Portuguese
COLOR / B&W: Color
GRADE LEVEL: College, Adult
SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE
AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE
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