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Vitalina Varela

A Cape Verdean woman embarks on a poignant journey through Lisbon, tracing the faint physical remnants of her late husband's existence and unraveling the hidden truths of his mysterious, clandestine life.

Vitalina Varela is a film about its lead actress, a Cape Verdean woman who plays a fictionalized version of herself. The actress, Vitalina, first appeared in Costa's previous film, Horse Money, where she shared the story of her husband leaving their homeland 25 years ago to work in Lisbon.

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Vitalina Varela Videos

Pedro Costa on Telling a Classic Story with Vitalina Varela

Pedro Costa on Telling a Classic Story with Vitalina Varela

Official Trailer

Official Trailer

Pedro Costa on Vitalina Varela, Darkness, and His Filmmaking Process at NYFF57

Pedro Costa on Vitalina Varela, Darkness, and His Filmmaking Process at NYFF57

Teaser

Teaser

Info about Vitalina Varela

Studio(s): OPTEC Filmes

Originally Released: Brazil, Apr 07, 2022

Production Country: Portugal

Genres:Drama

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