Maria (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2018, Maria is a drama film directed by Catarina Neves Ricci, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. Maria spends her daytime sewing and cleaning, while at night she works as a prostitute in Oporto's streets. Years ago her path crossed with José, a married man who became her most faithful client but who couldn't help her to escape the hard life. Today this old prostitute continues showing off her body through the long city's nights, though the clients are almost gone. José is still there, but he failed at what she desired the most: a son. In a very intimate and raw portray of a woman, MARIA disclosures how love and getting older can feels like.
Who’s in it. Maria stars Valerie Braddell as Maria, António Fonseca as José, Márcia Breia and Monica Calle as Jose's Wife.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Maria has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maria page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maria tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maria (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maria change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maria worth watching?
- Maria holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Maria?
- Maria stars Valerie Braddell, António Fonseca, Márcia Breia and Monica Calle.
- When was Maria released?
- Maria was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.