A Filha de Iemanjá
Synopsis
One day, a fishing couple finds a crate on the seashore containing a child. They decide to raise the girl, convinced that she is the daughter of Iemanjá, judging by her origins. Meanwhile, Teixeirinha, a famous singer and composer, is experiencing a period of profound isolation due to the death of his wife. Because he composed a beautiful song in homage to the goddess of the waters, Iemanjá, she takes pity on him, sending her daughter to ease his pain and encourage him to compose again for the joy of his people. Amidst encounters and partings, the ending is surprising, as love doesn't always conquer pain. Or does it?
Top Cast
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Teixeirinha
Mary Terezinha
Mary Terezinha
Darcy Fagundes
Vânia Elizabeth
Rosalina
Zeno Ribeiro
Pescador
Suely Silva
Mãe Preta
Gaúcho Alegr
Juvenal
Victor Mateus Teixeira Filho
Victor
Alexandre Teixeira
Alexandre
Liane Teixeira
Liane
Tia Eva
Madame Magda
Luiz Martins
Vavá
José Ricardo dos Santos
Jirimum
Margareth Gustafson
Lúcia
Eugênio Scartazini
Rogério adulto
Franklin Cardoso
Rogério aos cinco anos
El Condor
Castelhano Osmar
El Cid
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Milton Barragan
- Screenplay & Story
- Milton Barragan, Teixeirinha
- Original Title
- A Filha de Iemanjá
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Teixeirinha Produções Artísticas Ltda.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Milton Barragan
Milton Barragan, Teixeirinha
Milton Barragan
Teixeirinha
Department Leadership Roster
Milton Barragan
Director
Milton Barragan
Writer
Teixeirinha
Writer
Teixeirinha
Producer
Milton Barragan
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Filha de Iemanjá
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Filha de Iemanjá about?
One day, a fishing couple finds a crate on the seashore containing a child. They decide to raise the girl, convinced that she is the daughter of Iemanjá, judging by her origins. Meanwhile, Teixeirinha, a famous singer and composer, is experiencing a period of profound isolation due to the death of his wife. Because he composed a beautiful song in homage to the goddess of the waters, Iemanjá, she takes pity on him, sending her daughter to ease his pain and encourage him to compose again for the joy of his people. Amidst encounters and partings, the ending is surprising, as love doesn't always conquer pain. Or does it?
Who directed A Filha de Iemanjá?
A Filha de Iemanjá was directed by Milton Barragan.
Who stars in A Filha de Iemanjá?
The principal cast of A Filha de Iemanjá includes Teixeirinha, Mary Terezinha, Darcy Fagundes, Vânia Elizabeth, Zeno Ribeiro.
When was A Filha de Iemanjá released and how long is it?
A Filha de Iemanjá was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.