Name: Alma Suburbana
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2007-12-08
Duration: 1 h 10 min
Cast: Willian Bittar, Tico Santa Cruz, Marcia Curi

Portuguese-language cinema, spanning Portugal, Brazil, and other Lusophone regions, focuses on history, cultural identity, and the struggles of ordinary people, often framed with poetic or allegorical storytelling. In Portugal, cinema has emphasized meditative pacing and philosophical depth, reflecting on memory and tradition. In Brazil, it has often been politically charged and socially vibrant, highlighting inequality and resilience while experimenting with popular and avant-garde forms.

Alexandre Rodrigues in City of God (2002)

The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

Dziga Vertov in Man with a Movie Camera (1929)

The Biggest Movies and TV Coming in September

See which big screen releases you can watch from the comfort of your couch.

Theatrical Releases Coming to Streaming

See who dazzled on the red carpet and took home gold at the 78th Primetime Creative Emmy Awards.

Primetime Creative Arts Emmys: Photos We Love

Gilmar Mascarenhas in Alma Suburbana (2007)

Evando Dos Santos in Alma Suburbana (2007)

Marcelo Estrella in Alma Suburbana (2007)

Marcus Saúva and Marco Palito in Alma Suburbana (2007)

Luiz Carlos da Vila in Alma Suburbana (2007)

Alma Suburbana

Photos10

Top Cast17

User reviews

Related interests

Storyline

Top picks

Details

Box office

Tech specs

Contribute to this page

More to explore

Recently viewed