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Aquarius (2016)

7.4/10 · 521 votes 2h 27m nr Drama

#49 of 305 films from 2016 #1061 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho · Written by Kleber Mendonça Filho

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Overview

Clara, a vibrant former music critic and widow with flowing tresses is the only remaining apartment owner in a beautiful older building targeted for demolition by ruthless luxury high-rise developers. Clara proves to be a force to be reckoned with as she thwarts the builders plans to kick her out of the apartment.

Cast

Sonia Bragaas Clara
Maeve Jinkingsas Ana Paula
Irandhir Santosas Roberval
Humberto Carrãoas Diego
Zoraide Coletoas Ladjane
Carla Ribasas Cleide
Fernando Teixeiraas Geraldo Bonfim
Buda Liraas Antonio
Paula De Renoras Fátima
Bárbara Colenas Clara em 1980
Daniel Porpinoas Adalberto / Rodrigo
Pedro Queirozas Tomás
Germano Meloas Martin
Julia Bernatas Julia

Facts

Release dateSeptember 1, 2016
Runtime147 min (2h 27m) — longer as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresDrama
LanguagePT
Budget$762,241
Box office$285,930 (0.4× budget)
IMDbtt5221584

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Questions

How long is Aquarius?
Aquarius runs 147 minutes (2h 27m).
Is Aquarius worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 521 votes, which places it #49 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 84%) and #1061 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Aquarius?
Aquarius was directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Bacurau (2019), The Secret Agent (2025).
Who stars in Aquarius?
Sonia Braga as Clara; Maeve Jinkings as Ana Paula; Irandhir Santos as Roberval; Humberto Carrão as Diego; Zoraide Coleto as Ladjane; Carla Ribas as Cleide.
What is Aquarius rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Aquarius?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/97848.

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