A Fêmea do Mar (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1980, A Fêmea do Mar is a drama film directed by Ody Fraga, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The lonely Jeruza lives in a simple isolated house by the seaside with the siblings Cassandra and Ulisses and the family survives by selling handicrafts for a local store. Her husband, Santiago, is a sailor who has been missing for many years. When the stranger Roque arrives at Jeruza's house late afternoon, he tells her that Santiago was murdered in a bar fight. Jeruza lodges Roque to spend the night and they have a one night stand. He then seduces Cassandra, who loses her virginity with him and he convinces Ulisses to have an incestuous relationship with his sister. Jeruza realizes that Roque, who has a dreadful secret, is a destructive being that is threatening her family. Written by Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Who’s in it. A Fêmea do Mar stars Aldine Muller, Neide Ribeiro, Jean Garrett and Calu Caldine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, A Fêmea do Mar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Fêmea do Mar page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Fêmea do Mar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Fêmea do Mar (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Fêmea do Mar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Fêmea do Mar worth watching?
- A Fêmea do Mar holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Fêmea do Mar?
- A Fêmea do Mar stars Aldine Muller, Neide Ribeiro, Jean Garrett, Calu Caldine and Jason César.
- When was A Fêmea do Mar released?
- A Fêmea do Mar was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.