Uma História Severina movie poster

Uma História Severina

December 16, 2010 0h 23m

Originally released in 2010. Uma História Severina is a documentary film. directed by Eliane Brum. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

The documentary narrates the painful pilgrimage of Severina, a woman living in Chã Grande, in Pernambuco's countryside, who is in search of her right to abort the brainless fetus that she carried in her uterus. On the day that the Brazilian Supreme Court cancelled the right to abortion, Severina was in a hospital to interrupt her four-month-long pregnancy. The surgery was then canceled and the painful journey of Severina and her husband Rosivaldo began. The story of this mother ends in a long and painful day which wasn't witnessed by the Supreme Court judges.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 16, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 0h 23m 23 minutes total
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Brazil Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Fabiana Paranhos
  • ImagensLivres

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uma História Severina about?

The documentary narrates the painful pilgrimage of Severina, a woman living in Chã Grande, in Pernambuco's countryside, who is in search of her right to abort the brainless fetus that she carried ...

Who directed Uma História Severina?

Uma História Severina was directed by Eliane Brum.

How long is Uma História Severina?

Uma História Severina has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).

When was Uma História Severina released?

Uma História Severina was released on December 16, 2010 in theaters.