The story takes place in 1970s Brazil with its military regime. The film is based on the true story of Zuzu Angel, the groundbreaking and internationally renowned fashion designer. After the killing of her political activist son in a Brazilian prison, she becomes determined to find the truth behind his disappearance. She turns her fashion designs into political statements and gets wide international attention.

Zuzu Angel is a politically engaging film told in classic Hollywood style. It has a broad audience appeal and has won awards at festivals in Chile, Cairo, Miami and India. et

Original title Zuzu Angel

Year 2006

Director Sergio REZENDE

Screenplay Marcos BERNSTEIN, Sergio REZENDE

Cinematography Pedro FARKAS

Producer Joaquim VAZ DE CARVALHO

Cast Patrícia PILLAR, Daniel DE OLIVEIRA, Leandra LEAL, Alexandre BORGES, Luana PIOVANI, Aramis TRINDADE

Production Company Globo Filmes, Toscana Audiovisual, Warner Bros.

Runtime 1h 50m

Format ??? Print/Format ???

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