Reaching for the Moon
"Two iconic women. One passion."
Originally released in 2013. Reaching for the Moon is a drama/romance film. directed by Bruno Barreto.
Starring Miranda Otto, Glória Pires, and Tracy Middendorf
Synopsis
In 1951, New York poet Elizabeth Bishop travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit Mary, a college friend. The shy Elizabeth is overwhelmed by Brazilian sensuality. She is the antithesis to Mary’s dashing partner, architect Lota de Macedo Soares. Mary is jealous, but unconventional Lota is determined to have both women at all costs. This eternal triangle plays out against the backdrop of the military coup of 1964. Bishop’s moving poems are at the core of a film which lushly illustrates a crucial phase in the life of this influential Pulitzer prize-winning poet.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 9, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (102 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- TeleImage
- LC Barreto
- Imagem Filmes
- Globo Filmes
- Telecine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reaching for the Moon about?
In 1951, New York poet Elizabeth Bishop travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit Mary, a college friend. The shy Elizabeth is overwhelmed by Brazilian sensuality. She is the antithesis to Mary’s dashin...
Who directed Reaching for the Moon?
Reaching for the Moon was directed by Bruno Barreto.
How long is Reaching for the Moon?
Reaching for the Moon has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was Reaching for the Moon released?
Reaching for the Moon was released on February 9, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Reaching for the Moon?
The main cast of Reaching for the Moon includes Miranda Otto, Glória Pires, Tracy Middendorf, Treat Williams, Marcello Airoldi.
Is Reaching for the Moon worth watching?
Reaching for the Moon has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 102 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.