Laura (2011)
Laura, a sexy Brazilian immigrant, has been living in New York for 25 years. She is a regular at NY nightclubs and frequents the most exclusive parties and upscale restaurants. However, she lives in a modest boarding house in Manhattan, where she shares a bathroom with other guests who are largely illegal immigrants. The film questions the meaning of success, examines the fear of returning home, the unconscious pressure of the family she abandoned in Curitiba, and the deliberate creation of a fantasy as a means of protection.
Director: Fellipe Barbosa
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: October 14, 2011
Country: Brazil, United States of America
Language: English, Português, Español
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Laura about?
- Laura, a sexy Brazilian immigrant, has been living in New York for 25 years. She is a regular at NY nightclubs and frequents the most exclusive parties and upscale restaurants. However, she lives in a modest boarding house in Manhattan, where she shares a bathroom with other guests who are largely illegal immigrants. The film questions the meaning of success, examines the fear of returning home, the unconscious pressure of the family she abandoned in Curitiba, and the deliberate creation of a fantasy as a means of protection.
- Who directed Laura?
- Laura was directed by Fellipe Barbosa.
- How long is Laura?
- Laura has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Laura?
- Laura is a Documentary film.
- Where was Laura produced?
- Laura was produced in Brazil, United States of America.