The Second Mother
Originally released in 2015. The Second Mother is a drama film. directed by Anna Muylaert.
Starring Regina Casé, Camila Márdila, and Karine Teles
Synopsis
After leaving her daughter Jessica in a small town in Pernambuco to be raised by relatives, Val spends the next 13 years working as a nanny to Fabinho in São Paulo. She has financial stability but has to live with the guilt of having not raised Jessica herself. As Fabinho’s university entrance exams approach, Jessica reappears in her life and seems to want to give her mother a second chance. However, Jessica has not been raised to be a servant and her very existence will turn Val’s routine on its head. With precision and humour, the subtle and powerful forces that keep rigid class structures in place and how the youth may just be the ones to shake it all up.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 4, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (765 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- África Filmes
- Gullane Entretenimento
- Globo Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Second Mother about?
After leaving her daughter Jessica in a small town in Pernambuco to be raised by relatives, Val spends the next 13 years working as a nanny to Fabinho in São Paulo. She has financial stability but...
Who directed The Second Mother?
The Second Mother was directed by Anna Muylaert.
How long is The Second Mother?
The Second Mother has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Second Mother released?
The Second Mother was released on June 4, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Second Mother?
The main cast of The Second Mother includes Regina Casé, Camila Márdila, Karine Teles, Lourenço Mutarelli, Michel Joelsas.
Is The Second Mother worth watching?
The Second Mother has a user rating of 8.0/10 based on 765 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.