Whirlpool (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2017, Whirlpool is a drama film directed by José Luiz Villamarim, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Luzimar cycles each day to and from work at the local cotton mill in his hometown of Cataguases, Minas Gerais, Brazil. He is a hard-working man, trying to make the most of what he has. One day, his childhood friend Gildo reappears, driving a fancy car and boasting of his successful life in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo. As the two sit down for a beer, memories, regrets and old resentments slowly resurface.
Who’s in it. Whirlpool stars Irandhir Santos as Luzimar, Dira Paes as Toninha, Júlio Andrade as Gildo and Cássia Kis as Marta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Whirlpool 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 Whirlpool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Whirlpool tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whirlpool (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Whirlpool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Whirlpool worth watching?
- Whirlpool holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whirlpool?
- Whirlpool stars Irandhir Santos, Dira Paes, Júlio Andrade, Cássia Kis and Démick Lopes.
- When was Whirlpool released?
- Whirlpool was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.