How Nice to See You Alive (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1989, How Nice to See You Alive is a drama and documentary film directed by Lúcia Murat, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Four years after a military coup overthrew the Brazilian government in 1964, all civil rights were suspended and torture became a systematic practice. Using a mix of fiction and documentary this extraordinary film is a searing record of personal memory, political repression and the will to survive. Interviews with eight women who were political prisoners during the military dictatorship are framed by the fantasies and imaginings of an anonymous character, portrayed by actress Irene Ravache.
Who’s in it. How Nice to See You Alive stars Irene Ravache as Woman.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, How Nice to See You Alive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch How Nice to See You Alive page.
If you liked it. Fans of How Nice to See You Alive tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch How Nice to See You Alive (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for How Nice to See You Alive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is How Nice to See You Alive worth watching?
- How Nice to See You Alive holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in How Nice to See You Alive?
- How Nice to See You Alive stars Irene Ravache.
- When was How Nice to See You Alive released?
- How Nice to See You Alive was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.