Direction: Petra Costa

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Petra Costa. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Elena

2012 · Documentary · 82 min. · Brazil

Direction Petra Costa

Cast Elena Andrade · Li An · Petra Costa

Synopsis Elena (2012) chronicles the journey of a young woman who relocates to New York City with aspirations of becoming a film actress. She departs from her past, marked by a secluded childhood, and also leaves behind Petra, her seven-year-old sister....

7.2

177 votes

7.2

177 votes

Olmo & the Seagull

2014 · Documentary · 90 min. · Denmark

Direction Petra Costa · Lea Glob

Cast Olivia Corsini · Serge Nicolai · Pancho Garcia Aguirre · Shaghayegh Beheshti

Synopsis Olmo & the Seagull (2014) takes viewers on an intimate exploration of an actress's mental landscape as she navigates the complexities of pregnancy. This film delves into the emotional and psychological transformations she experiences, offering a unique perspective on the...

7.1

35 votes

7.1

35 votes

The Edge of Democracy

2019 · Documentary · 113 min. · Brazil

Direction Petra Costa

Cast Dilma Rousseff · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Michel Temer · Eduardo Cunha

Synopsis The Edge of Democracy (2019) chronicles Brazil's transformation from a nation once shackled by military dictatorship to a thriving democracy in 1985. The documentary highlights the rise of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, a charismatic figure who transitioned from a...

7.1

702 votes

7.1

702 votes

Apocalypse in the Tropics

2024 · Documentary · 110 min. · Brazil

Direction Petra Costa · Moara Passoni

Cast Petra Costa · Jair Bolsonaro · Lula da Silva · Luis Inacio

Synopsis Apocalypse in the Tropics (2024) delves into the intricate relationship between faith and politics in Brazil, as director Petra Costa explores the growing influence of religious leaders on the nation's political landscape. The documentary offers unprecedented access to key political...

6.8

24 votes

6.8

24 votes

Olhos de Ressaca (S)

2009 · Documentary · 20 min. · Brazil

Direction Petra Costa

Cast Gabriel Andrade · Vera Andrade

Synopsis Olhos de Ressaca (S) (2009) delves into the lives of Vera and Gabriel, an elderly pair who journey through their past and present, sharing their personal narrative. The documentary weaves together memories, depicted through a blend of family archive footage...

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