The story of two immigrant couples: Teresa and Angelo; Pierina and Massimo. While fighting for survival in the new world, the unexpected love of Massimo and Teresa appears. They react against family and cultural traditions and leave to a new destiny, leaving their partners. Quatrilho is the name of a card game in wich the player have to betray his partner in order to become the champion.
Acting
Glória Pires and Patricia Pillar absolutely devour this material.
Production
Rio Grande do Sul Italian-immigrant aesthetic is specific and gorgeous.
Writing
That card game metaphor actually pays off, rare for this genre.
Director
Fábio Barreto
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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