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Reaching for the Moon

2013, Movie, 1h 58min

In 1951, New York poet Elizabeth Bishop travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit Mary, a college friend. The shy Elizabeth is overwhelmed by Brazilian sensuality. She is the antithesis to Mary’s dashing partner, architect Lota de Macedo Soares. Mary is jealous, but unconventional Lota is determined to have both women at all costs. This eternal triangle plays out against the backdrop of the military coup of 1964. Bishop’s moving poems are at the core of a film which lushly illustrates a crucial phase in the life of this influential Pulitzer prize-winning poet.

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Reviews

Critic Christy Lemire

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...a feast for fans of mid-century modern design.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic The Sydney Morning Herald Staf

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A moving tale of love and loss.

Read full review at The Sydney Morning Herald

Critic Leslie Felperin

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Poet Elizabeth Bishop and landscape architect Lota de Macedo Soares's messy lives and loves are paid watchable tribute.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Niels Roe

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Det er bemærkelsesværdigt, hvordan filmen med største elegance og lethed bevæger sig frem og samtidig formår at fremmane et lyslevende samtidsbillede.

Read full review at Cinemazone

Frequently asked questions

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"Reaching for the Moon" is a powerful and poignant romantic drama that tells the true story of the tumultuous love affair between Elizabeth Bishop, a renowned American poet, and Lota de Macedo Soares, a talented Brazilian architect. The film takes place in the 1950s, and follows the couple's journey as they navigate their way through cultural and personal barriers, all while Elizabeth finds inspiration for her writing and Lota works on her most ambitious project yet. With a talented cast, including Glória Pires and Miranda Otto, this film is a must-see for anyone who loves a good love story.

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