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The Clown's Daughter

2024Movie1 h 44 min

Drama
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3

A cathartic, slow-burning drama movie about growing up and everyday modern life, with standout performances.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for scares, adrenaline or brutality.

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Story

Joana, a 14-year-old teenage girl, shows up to spend a week with her father, Renato, a comedian who performs his shows in steak houses, bars and nightclubs in Fortaleza dressed as Silvanelly. Despite barely knowing each other, having had little contact so far, and leading very different lifestyles, father and daughter need to live together during this period of time. Together they will meet the young actor Marlon, live new experiences and try new feelings. This week together will profoundly transform their lives.

Feels like

  • Brazilian Indie Drama
  • Father-Daughter Reconciliation
  • Coming-of-Age Intimacy
  • Showbiz Backstage Realism
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Quiet Character Study
  • Melancholic Hope
  • Cultural Specificity (Fortaleza)
  • Understated Performance

Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
Pedro Diógenes
Written by
Pedro Diógenes, Amanda Pontes, Michelline Helena
Produced by
Samya de Lavor, Clara Bastos, Elisa Porto
Music by
Vitor Cozilos, João Victor Barroso

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Facts

May 30, 2024 · 1 h 44 min · Strong Language

Released
May 30, 2024
Runtime
1 h 44 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil
Available in
1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is The Clown's Daughter worth watching?"

Questions about The Clown's Daughter

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Clown's Daughter worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.3).

Is The Clown's Daughter okay for kids?

Strong language

Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Clown's Daughter plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Clown's Daughter good for date night?

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It's better for a family night: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for families.

Is The Clown's Daughter in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.