Summer 1996, on the northeast coast of Brazil: Tamara is enjoying her last few weeks in a fishing village before leaving for Brasilia to start her studies. During this time, she meets a teenager who is called HEARTLESS because of a striking scar on her chest. Tamara is fascinated by the girl's mysterious aura and feels an increasing attraction to her. The film follows the two protagonists through an intense summer, during which questions of identity, longing and acceptance unfold. HEARTLESS, directed by Tião and Nara Normande, interweaves intimate emotions with the impressive backdrop of the Brazilian coast. The film's poetic narrative and visual strength have been honored at numerous international festivals. The film premiered at the Orizzonti section of Venice in 2023 and received worldwide acclaim. Further accolades, such as the awards for Best Cinematography and Best Brazilian Feature Film at the Festival do Rio 2023, as well as the Jury Award in Amiens, underscore the artistic excellence of the work. In addition to the haunting story of exploring emotions and interpersonal connections, the film captivates with its stunning cinematography, which transforms the light and colors of the Brazilian landscape into dreamlike images. The performances of the cast, especially the leading actresses, help to convey the film's deep-rooted themes in a gripping way. HEARTLESS is a cinematic gem that explores the tensions between love, freedom and the expectations of society with great sensitivity and artistic elegance. A must-see for anyone who wants to be touched by authentic and moving stories.
Over the course of a Brazilian summer, Tamara develops a fascination for the mysterious girl with the scar on her chest.
Summer 1996, on the northeast coast of Brazil: Tamara is enjoying her last few weeks in a fishing village before leaving for Brasilia to start her studies. During this time, she meets a teenager who is called HEARTLESS because of a striking scar on her chest. Tamara is fascinated by the girl's mysterious aura and feels an increasing attraction to her. The film follows the two protagonists through an intense summer, during which questions of identity, longing and acceptance unfold.
HEARTLESS, directed by Tião and Nara Normande, interweaves intimate emotions with the impressive backdrop of the Brazilian coast. The film's poetic narrative and visual strength have been honored at numerous international festivals. The film premiered at the Orizzonti section of Venice in 2023 and received worldwide acclaim. Further accolades, such as the awards for Best Cinematography and Best Brazilian Feature Film at the Festival do Rio 2023, as well as the Jury Award in Amiens, underscore the artistic excellence of the work.
In addition to the haunting story of exploring emotions and interpersonal connections, the film captivates with its stunning cinematography, which transforms the light and colors of the Brazilian landscape into dreamlike images. The performances of the cast, especially the leading actresses, help to convey the film's deep-rooted themes in a gripping way.
HEARTLESS is a cinematic gem that explores the tensions between love, freedom and the expectations of society with great sensitivity and artistic elegance. A must-see for anyone who wants to be touched by authentic and moving stories.