The Voice Left
Frustrated journalist Paulo is ensnared by neighbor Marina, waitress and actress.She once seduced him in the elevator, and since then, she never let him go, even though she also never let go of her marriage.Trapped in work, creative block, and Marina's grip, Paulo chooses to cut ties.
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Frustrated journalist Paulo is ensnared by neighbor Marina, waitress and actress. She once seduced him in the elevator, and since then, she never let him go, even though she also never let go of her marriage. Trapped in work, creative block, and Marina's grip, Paulo chooses to cut ties. Drunk, he records a love-hate farewell on a cassette for her. Film depicts his escape attempt and internal battle, shared through recording for the absent Marina.
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Box Office & Release
- Budget
- $100,500
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- Release date
- Feb 6, 2025
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- MPAA rating
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- Language
- Portuguese
- Country
- Brazil
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