BRAZIL · 2016

Aquarius

Kleber Mendonça Filho
Brazilian Contemporary gentrification resistance to development aging and vitality urban decay property rights
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Clara, a vibrant former music critic and widow with flowing tresses is the only remaining apartment owner in a beautiful older building targeted for demolition by ruthless luxury high-rise developers. Clara proves to be a force to be reckoned with as she thwarts the builders plans to kick her out of the apartment.

Year2016
CountryBrazil
DirectorKleber Mendonça Filho
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