Paloma
Synopsis
On a hot summer day, Paloma decides to fulfill her most cherished dream: a traditional wedding in a church with her boyfriend Zé. She is a devoted mother, a hard-working farmhand in a papaya plantation and has been saving to afford the celebration. The priest’s refusal to marry her and Zé will force Paloma to confront the rural society. She suffers violence, betrayal, prejudice and injustice but nothing shakes the faith and determination of this transgender woman.
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Official UK Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-05
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Kika Sena
Paloma
Ridson Reis
Zé
Anita de Souza Macedo
Jenifer
Clébia Sousa
Samira
Marta Amorim
Amiga de Samira / Vendedora de vestido de noiva
Samya de Lavor
Maria
Suzy Lopes
Isabel
Ana Carolina Marinho
Sebastiana
Francisco Airton Santos
Reginaldo
Zé Maria
Ivanildo
Jonyzia Fernandes
Mãe Acquaparque 1
Anna Paula Silveira Lacerda Uchoa
Mãe Acquaparque 2
Ana Júlia Silveira Lacerda Uchoa
Criança acquaparque 1
Emilly Sousa
Criança acquaparque 2
Emanuelly Sousa
Criança acquaparque 3
Patricia Dawson
Gaivota
Wescla Vasconcellos
Rikely
Buda Lira
Padre João Manuel
Release History & Theatrical Window
Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marcelo Gomes
- Screenplay & Story
- Marcelo Gomes, Gustavo Campos, Armando Praça
- Original Score
- O Grivo
- Original Title
- Paloma
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Carnaval Filmes, REC Produtores Associados, Ukbar Filmes, Misti Filmes, Gullane Entretenimento, Desvia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marcelo Gomes
Marcelo Gomes, Gustavo Campos, Armando Praça
O Grivo
Pierre de Kerchove
Rita M. Pestana
Nara Aragão, João Vieira Jr., Janaina Bernardes, Emilie Georges, Pablo Torrecillas
Department Leadership Roster
Marcelo Gomes
Director
Marcelo Gomes
Screenplay
Gustavo Campos
Screenplay
Armando Praça
Screenplay
Rita M. Pestana
Editor
Nara Aragão
Producer
João Vieira Jr.
Producer
Gabi Campos
Costume Design
Pierre de Kerchove
Director of Photography
O Grivo
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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LGBTQ+
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***2022***
Movies Sex & Nudity Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paloma
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What is Paloma about?
On a hot summer day, Paloma decides to fulfill her most cherished dream: a traditional wedding in a church with her boyfriend Zé. She is a devoted mother, a hard-working farmhand in a papaya plantation and has been saving to afford the celebration. The priest’s refusal to marry her and Zé will force Paloma to confront the rural society. She suffers violence, betrayal, prejudice and injustice but nothing shakes the faith and determination of this transgender woman.
Who directed Paloma?
Paloma was directed by Marcelo Gomes.
Who stars in Paloma?
The principal cast of Paloma includes Kika Sena, Ridson Reis, Anita de Souza Macedo, Clébia Sousa, Marta Amorim.
When was Paloma released and how long is it?
Paloma was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Paloma?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paloma was composed by O Grivo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Paloma?
Paloma holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).