Nha Mila
Synopsis
After fourteen years away from her homeland, Salomé is forced to return to Cape Verde to see her dying brother. During her stopover at Lisbon airport, Águeda, a cleaning lady, recognizes Salomé as "Mila", her childhood friend. Águeda invites Salomé to leave the airport and spend the stopover at her home, with the women of her family. The neighborhood transports her on a spiritual journey, whose destination reveals a painful bond with her homeland.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Locarno Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Denise Fernandes
- Screenplay & Story
- Denise Fernandes
- Original Title
- Nha Mila
- Country of Origin
- Portugal, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- O Som e a Fúria, Ventura Film, RSI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Denise Fernandes
Denise Fernandes
Marta Simões
Pedro Marques
Luís Urbano, Elda Guidinetti, Sandro Aguilar
Department Leadership Roster
Denise Fernandes
Director
Luís Urbano
Producer
Denise Fernandes
Screenplay
Pedro Marques
Editor
Marta Simões
Director of Photography
Sandro Aguilar
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nha Mila
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nha Mila about?
After fourteen years away from her homeland, Salomé is forced to return to Cape Verde to see her dying brother. During her stopover at Lisbon airport, Águeda, a cleaning lady, recognizes Salomé as "Mila", her childhood friend. Águeda invites Salomé to leave the airport and spend the stopover at her home, with the women of her family. The neighborhood transports her on a spiritual journey, whose destination reveals a painful bond with her homeland.
Who directed Nha Mila?
Nha Mila was directed by Denise Fernandes.
Who stars in Nha Mila?
The principal cast of Nha Mila includes Yaya Correia, Maria Sanches, Cleo Diára, Lourença Semedo.
When was Nha Mila released and how long is it?
Nha Mila was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 19m.