What is The Second Mother?
The Second Mother is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 4, 2015
- Studios
- África Filmes, Gullane Entretenimento, Globo Filmes
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
The Second Mother is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by África Filmes, Gullane Entretenimento, Globo Filmes. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A devoted nanny confronts class divides when her estranged daughter returns home.”
- Regina Casé delivers a nuanced performance as Val.
- Insightful portrayal of Brazil’s class dynamics.
- Balances humor with emotional depth.
- Its subtle, everyday focus may feel uneventful to viewers seeking high drama.
Watch it if you appreciate quiet dramas that explore family and class with gentle humor.
The film presents mature themes of class disparity and parental sacrifice, suitable for adult audiences.
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What is the main conflict in the story?
Val, a long‑time housemaid, must navigate her duties when her daughter Jessica returns, exposing class tensions.
Who portrays Val?
Regina Casé plays the role of Val.
Where does the film take place?
The story is set in São Paulo, with references to Val’s hometown in Pernambuco.
How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour 52 minutes.
When was the film released?
The Second Mother was released in 2015.