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The Murmuring Coast (2004)
Director: Margarida Cardoso
Cast: Beatriz Batarda, Filipe Duarte, Adriano Luz, Monica Calle
Runtime120 min
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During the war of in-dependency Evita moves from Lisbon to Mozambique to marry Luís. She slowly discovers how different and disturbing life is in a country of war and when her husband is send on a military mission she starts to fight loneliness. Over time she finds out more about her husband and Mozambique than she would have imagined in her peaceful European home. Racism, violence, injustice and fatalism make life unbearable...
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The Murmuring Coast (2004), directed by Margarida Cardoso, is a critically acclaimed drama that explores the harsh realities of war and colonialism in Mozambique. While audience reception data is unavailable, the film's portrayal of racism, violence, and fatalism in the wartime setting has garnered positive reviews from critics.
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Fans of dramatic character studies and the director Margarida Cardoso's unique visual style will appreciate the haunting story of 'The Murmuring Coast'. With its nuanced exploration of the impacts of war and colonialism through the eyes of its lead actress Beatriz Batarda, this 2004 film offers a thought-provoking look at the complexities of life in Mozambique during the struggle for independence.
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The Murmuring Coast is a 2004 Portuguese drama film directed by Margarida Cardoso.
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