The River Woman (2024)

Cast

• Maria Hasse - Sofia
• Lúcia Moreira - Salomé
• Bárbara Correia - Young Salomé

Screenplay

• Beatriz de Almeida

Themes

Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning, A Small Boy and a Wise Mentor

Keywords

portugal, grief, growing up, swimming underwater, wild swimming, rural, grandmother granddaughter relationship, death of grandmother

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The River Woman about?

Sofia grew up taking refuge in the river of the village where her grandmother, Salomé, lives. The lightness of summers spent swimming comes to an abrupt end with Salomé's death. Sofia returns to an empty home that is nothing more than a reminder of old routines and mismatched ways of showing love. But, led by the memory of a moment of courage long gone, she is confronted with a final encounter in the night.

Who directed The River Woman?

The River Woman was directed by Beatriz de Almeida.

Who stars in The River Woman?

The River Woman stars Maria Hasse, Lúcia Moreira, Bárbara Correia.

How long is The River Woman?

The River Woman has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).

What genre is The River Woman?

The River Woman is a Family, Drama, Fantasy film.

Where was The River Woman produced?

The River Woman was produced in Portugal.

What are the themes of The River Woman?

The themes of The River Woman include: Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning, A Small Boy and a Wise Mentor.