Two decades pass after Elena leaves for New York, prompting her sister Petra to search for her and confront their family's past during Brazil's military dictatorship.
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Two decades pass after Elena leaves for New York, prompting her sister Petra to search for her and confront their family's past during Brazil's military dictatorship.
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Petra Costa searches for her sister Elena in New York City. Elena left Brazil to pursue acting, following their mother’s dream. After years apart, Petra reflects on their shared childhood marked by Brazil’s military dictatorship. Using home videos, diaries, and newspaper clippings, Petra retraces Elena's life. The film considers the emotional weight of family ties and the scars left by political upheaval. It runs for 82 minutes and premiered in 2013.
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Why Watch
- Meet Petra Costa, a filmmaker searching for her sister.
- Find out about Brazil's military dictatorship impact.
- See the emotional bond between two sisters.
Did You Know
- Elena Andrade was 13 years older than her sister Petra Costa.
- The film was inspired by Elena's diary, which Petra found at age 17.
- Elena's childhood was spent during Brazil's military dictatorship.
- The film's production company is Busca Vida Filmes.
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Who directed the documentary Elena?
Elena was directed by Petra Costa.
What is the runtime of the documentary Elena?
Elena has a runtime of 82 minutes.
In which countries was Elena produced?
Elena was produced in the United States and Brazil.
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