A Vida é uma Maratona
“The new frontiers of longevity in the biography of physician and runner Drauzio Varella.”
Synopsis
Born on May 3, 1943, Drauzio Varella is a physician, writer, and communicator who has built one of the most remarkable and respected careers in Brazilian medicine. His ability to democratize health information goes far beyond the clinic, teaching the public about prevention, exercise, and healthy habits through radio, television, the internet, and more than 20 published books. Now, at 82, Drauzio looks back on his childhood in Brás, his work as an oncologist, his AIDS-prevention campaigns, his volunteer work in prisons, and his deep relationship with sports as a path to balance and well-being.
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Life is a Marathon: The New Limits of Longevity
Type: Featurette • Published 2025-11-17
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeff Peixoto, Michel Souza, Thais Roque
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeff Peixoto, Paula Padilha
- Original Title
- A Vida é uma Maratona
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Júpiter Conteúdo em Movimento
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeff Peixoto, Michel Souza, Thais Roque
Jeff Peixoto, Paula Padilha
Gustavo Forti Leitão
Jeff Peixoto, Marina Calvão
Department Leadership Roster
Jeff Peixoto
Director
Michel Souza
Director
Thais Roque
Director
Marina Calvão
Producer
Jeff Peixoto
Writer
Paula Padilha
Writer
Gustavo Forti Leitão
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What is A Vida é uma Maratona about?
Born on May 3, 1943, Drauzio Varella is a physician, writer, and communicator who has built one of the most remarkable and respected careers in Brazilian medicine. His ability to democratize health information goes far beyond the clinic, teaching the public about prevention, exercise, and healthy habits through radio, television, the internet, and more than 20 published books. Now, at 82, Drauzio looks back on his childhood in Brás, his work as an oncologist, his AIDS-prevention campaigns, his volunteer work in prisons, and his deep relationship with sports as a path to balance and well-being.
Who directed A Vida é uma Maratona?
A Vida é uma Maratona was directed by Jeff Peixoto, Michel Souza, Thais Roque.
Who stars in A Vida é uma Maratona?
The principal cast of A Vida é uma Maratona includes Dráuzio Varella, Regina Braga, Zélia Duncan, Maria Helena Varella, Jô Soares.
When was A Vida é uma Maratona released and how long is it?
A Vida é uma Maratona was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.