

Over a trio of summers, a caretaker for luxury condominiums relies on her resourcefulness and her eye for opportunity to take advantage of whatever comes her way.
Acting
Regina Casé is a force—charismatic, cunning, completely winning.
Writing
Screenplay treats poverty with dignity and humor, never pity.
Direction
Kogut's patient observation lets moments breathe and sting.

Director
Sandra Kogut
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Regina Casé is a Brazilian television legend; this role was written specifically for her after decades of playing working-class heroines.
The film's structure—three summers across years—mirrors how Brazil's economic crises have stretched indefinitely, making Madá's 'temporary' situation tragically permanent.