Sep. 01, 2016|Brazil | France|147 Min.|n/A
Genre: Drama
Description: Aquarius 2016 Full Movie in Portuguese 1080p
**Storyline:**
What transforms an apartment into a home? Cherished memories, shelves filled with beloved books and records, and a lifetime of experiences. But what elevates a home into a metaphor? This is the central question explored in Kleber Mendonça Filho’s film, *Aquarius*. The story unfolds primarily within the apartment of its protagonist, Clara, a 65-year-old music critic who has lived there for decades. The space is bright and spacious, with the Atlantic Ocean just across the street. Yet, there’s an underlying sense of deeper meaning, suggesting that Clara’s home might symbolize modern Brazil itself.
This isn’t Mendonça Filho’s first exploration of such themes. His earlier work, *Neighboring Sounds*, also delves into the intersection of place, story, and meaning, set in Recife, the capital of Brazil’s northeastern Pernambuco state. Much like Herman Melville’s focus on sea voyages, Mendonça Filho’s films often revolve around real estate and its implications.
In *Aquarius*, Clara becomes the last remaining resident of her apartment building, determined to resist the owners’ efforts to force her out. A.O. Scott, in his review, notes that the film is not just about one woman’s struggle for comfort but also about what she represents. Mendonça Filho portrays Clara on her own terms, free from pity or condescension. The film is a profound and unhurried character study, offering a deeply personal encounter with a complex individual. Beyond this, its timelessness lies in its political parallels, which reflect not just ideology but a broader sensibility.
Cast director: Kleber Mendonça Filho
Cast actor: Sônia Braga, Maeve Jinkings, Irandhir Santos, Humberto Carrão, Fernando Teixeira, Zoraide Coleto, Buda Lira, Paula De Renor, Bárbara Colen, Daniel Porpino
Original name: Aquarius