Chrysalis (2025)
After a depressive episode, a pet shop attendant can no longer work. Medicated but still struggling, she is forced to return to her normal life.
Director: Pedro Abilio
Genre: Drama
Release Date: October 25, 2025
Cast
- Oli Calamari - Nathália
- Julia Gaspar - Marcela
- Lu Astolfo - Mãe
- Pedro Ferreira - Médico
- Werick Rocha - Maicon
- João Santos Damascena - Miguel
Screenplay
- Pedro Abilio (Story)
Cinematography: Jéssica Murta
Editing: Audrey Vale
Production: Coletivo Crisálidas
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Budget: $400
Original Language: pt
Themes
The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion
Keywords
depression, work, pet shop, loneliness, burnout, broken family, anti-depressant, woman's story, workplace alienation
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chrysalis about?
- After a depressive episode, a pet shop attendant can no longer work. Medicated but still struggling, she is forced to return to her normal life.
- Who directed Chrysalis?
- Chrysalis was directed by Pedro Abilio.
- Who stars in Chrysalis?
- Chrysalis stars Oli Calamari, Julia Gaspar, Lu Astolfo, Pedro Ferreira, Werick Rocha, João Santos Damascena.
- What genre is Chrysalis?
- Chrysalis is a Drama film.
- What is the budget of Chrysalis?
- Chrysalis had a budget of $400.
- Where was Chrysalis produced?
- Chrysalis was produced in Brazil.
- What are the themes of Chrysalis?
- The themes of Chrysalis include: The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion.