---
title: "Reaching for the Moon"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/reaching-for-the-moon-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 167683
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Reaching for the Moon (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/reaching-for-the-moon-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Reaching for the Moon is a 2013 Brazilian biographical drama film directed by Bruno Barreto. It follows New York poet Elizabeth Bishop as she travels to Rio de Janeiro in 1951 to visit her college friend Mary, leading to a complex relationship with architect Lota de Macedo Soares.

The film portrays a crucial phase in the life of the Pulitzer prize-winning poet against the backdrop of the 1964 military coup. It utilizes Bishop's moving poems to illustrate the story of the three central figures and their interpersonal dynamics.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A New York poet travels to Rio de Janeiro and becomes entangled in an eternal triangle."

### Why Watch
- Lush illustrations of a crucial phase in the life of Pulitzer prize-winning poet Elizabeth Bishop
- Exploration of an unconventional relationship triangle set against the 1964 military coup
- Integration of Bishop's moving poems into the narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film focuses on a complex emotional triangle that may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a biographical drama with a lush tone set against historical political shifts.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #biographical-drama, #period-piece, #romance, #brazilian-cinema, #poetic-narrative

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of Reaching for the Moon?
It is a biographical drama and romance film.

### Q: How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 58 minutes.

### Q: Who is the film about?
The film is about the life of Pulitzer prize-winning poet Elizabeth Bishop.

### Q: Is the film worth watching for history buffs?
The story is set against the backdrop of the 1964 military coup in Brazil.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Reaching for the Moon — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/167683)
- [Reaching for the Moon (2013) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2217458/fullcredits/cast)
- [Reaching for the Moon (2013 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reaching_for_the_Moon_(2013_film))
- [Reaching for the Moon (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/167683-flores-raras/cast)
- [Reaching for the Moon (2013) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/335602-reaching-for-the-moon/cast/)
- [Reaching for the Moon | Bing Crosby](https://bingcrosby.com/film-tv/reaching-for-the-moon/)

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