Malu

Set in a Rio de Janeiro slum, this drama follows Malu, an unemployed actress living in a fragile home with her conservative mother. As she clings to memories of her former artistic success, she struggles to navigate a difficult relationship with her adult daughter.

Written and directed by Pedro Freire, the film features Yara de Novaes in the title role, alongside Juliana Carneiro da Cunha, Carol Duarte, Átila Bee, Márcio Vito, and Marina Provenzzano. The production was supported by several companies, including RioFilme, Telecine, TvZERO, and Bubbles Project.

Released on October 31, 2024, the movie has a runtime of 102 minutes. On TMDB, it holds a high rating of 8.4/10, based on 11 votes.