Criminal Case 141/53 (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2000, Criminal Case 141/53 is a documentary film directed by Susana de Sousa Dias, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. Two Portuguese nurses share their harrowing story. Sisters Isaura Borges Coelho and Hortênsia Campos Lima were arrested in the early 1950s for protesting a law that barred nurses from marrying. Salazar wanted nurses to live like nuns, in line with Catholic conservative ideals.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Criminal Case 141/53 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 Criminal Case 141/53 page.

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Where can I watch Criminal Case 141/53 (2000)?
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Is Criminal Case 141/53 worth watching?
Criminal Case 141/53 holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Criminal Case 141/53 released?
Criminal Case 141/53 was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.