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Maria's Child
Maria is a dancer who becomes pregnant, unexpectedly, and has to decide whether or not to keep the baby. When her live-in boyfriend, who is not the father, admits to cheating on her, she kicks him out. Still unable to decide what to do, she imagines a dialogue with the fetus.
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Plot Summary
In this drama, a young woman named Maria discovers a dark secret about her past. As she delves deeper into her family history, she uncovers a complex web of lies and deception that challenges her understanding of herself and her relationships. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and the consequences of hidden truths.
Critical Reception
Maria's Child received mixed to positive reviews. Critics often praised the film's atmospheric direction and the lead performance, though some found the pacing to be slow. Audiences generally responded well to the emotional depth of the narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong central performance by Maria de Medeiros.
Noted for its evocative cinematography and melancholic tone.
Some found the narrative to be somewhat convoluted and underdeveloped.
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Fun Fact
The film was an early work for Portuguese actress Maria de Medeiros, who would later gain international recognition for her role in Quentin Tarantino's 'Pulp Fiction'.
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