To the Left of the Father
Oct 29 2001
•3h 43m
•Drama
In 1940s São Paulo, Pedro’s tasked to retrieve his estranged brother André. André’s departure stems from a domineering father, an overly affectionate mother, and Pedro’s jealousy over the father’s favoritism. Further complicating matters is André’s unconventional relationship with their sister, Ana.
Cast
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Selton Mello
André
Raul Cortez
Father
Juliana Carneiro da Cunha
Mother
Simone Spoladore
Ana
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