Maria Luiza (2019)
Maria Luiza da Silva is the first transgender in the history of the Brazilian Armed Forces. After 22 years of work in the military, she retired due to disability. The film explores the complex barriers she faced and her path of affirmation as a trans, military and Catholic woman.
Director: Marcelo Díaz
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: April 7, 2019
Cast
- Maria Luiza da Silva - Self
- Gabriel Graça - Self
- Sandra Studart - Self
- Diáulas Ribeiro - Self
- Marcelo Díaz - Self (voice)
Screenplay
Music: Sascha Kratzer, Rafael Maklon
Cinematography: André Carvalheira
Editing: Sérgio Azevedo
Production: Diazul de Cinema
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
Keywords
army, social documentary, transgender rights
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Maria Luiza about?
- Maria Luiza da Silva is the first transgender in the history of the Brazilian Armed Forces. After 22 years of work in the military, she retired due to disability. The film explores the complex barriers she faced and her path of affirmation as a trans, military and Catholic woman.
- Who directed Maria Luiza?
- Maria Luiza was directed by Marcelo Díaz.
- Who stars in Maria Luiza?
- Maria Luiza stars Maria Luiza da Silva, Gabriel Graça, Sandra Studart, Diáulas Ribeiro, Marcelo Díaz.
- How long is Maria Luiza?
- Maria Luiza has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Maria Luiza?
- Maria Luiza is a Documentary film.
- Where was Maria Luiza produced?
- Maria Luiza was produced in Brazil.