Paulista (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2009, Paulista is a drama and romance film directed by Roberto Moreira, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. Three metropolitan stories entwine in São Paulo. Would-be actress Marina arrives in the city looking for independence, falls madly in love with Justine, a bisexual rock singer, and is swept up into her wild, edgy lifestyle. Marina shares a flat on Avenida Paulista with Suzana, a mysterious transsexual lawyer who begins a relationship with a male colleague who is unaware of her condition. Jay lives a few floors above them. He is a frustrated writer trying to give a meaning to his life by idealizing a stunningly beautiful prostitute, whom he transforms into a sort of muse. Following the frenetic pace of the city, the three "Paulista" characters will experience the euphoria of passion and its downside.
Who’s in it. Paulista stars Sílvia Lourenço as Marina, Maria Clara Spinelli as Suzana, Danni Carlos as Justine and Paulo Vilhena as Nuno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Paulista has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paulista page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paulista tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paulista (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paulista change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paulista worth watching?
- Paulista holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paulista?
- Paulista stars Sílvia Lourenço, Maria Clara Spinelli, Danni Carlos, Paulo Vilhena and Gustavo Machado.
- When was Paulista released?
- Paulista was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.