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To the Left of the Father(2001)
Status: Released
Date: 2001-10-29
71%
46 Votes
Time: 2h 51m
Overview:
In 1940s São Paulo, Pedro’s tasked to retrieve his estranged brother André. André’s departure stems from a domineering father, an overly affectionate mother, and Pedro’s jealousy over the father’s favoritism. Further complicating matters is André’s unconventional relationship with their sister, Ana.
Languages: Portuguese.
Countries:
Brazil
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: To the Left of the Father
Top 10 Billed Cast
Selton Mello
André
Raul Cortez
Father
Juliana Carneiro da Cunha
Mother
Simone Spoladore
Ana
Leonardo Medeiros
Pedro, the elder brother
Caio Blat
Lula, the younger brother
Luiz Fernando Carvalho
André - Narrator (voice)
Denise Del Vecchio
Prostitute
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