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The Maias: Story of a Portuguese Family
2014·2h 15m·★ 5.8
Portuguese original
The tragedy and comedy in Carlos' life begins, grows and ends like the tragedy and comedy of Portugal. In the company of his close friend, João da Ega, allegedly a brilliant writer, Carlos, with his idle existence as an aristocratic doctor, spends his time to enjoying friends and lovers. Until he falls in love. She is a new character in this revolutionary novel. It's a vertiginous passion that goes beyond that past gloominess to reach a new and darker abyss, incest.
LUXEN Decision Guide
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A character-led choice where relationships, emotion, and personal stakes are a bigger part of the experience than spectacle.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want a more personal, reflective story.
Commitment
Longer watch · 2h 15m
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