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Elize: Shadows of a Woman

2026Movie1 h 33 minR

CrimeThriller
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Letterboxd2.9/5

A tense, slow-burning thriller movie about everyday modern life and the mind.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

The truth behind a perfect marriage.

In this retelling of a real case, a former escort discovers her wealthy husband's infidelity and struggles to cope as betrayal poisons their marriage.

Feels like

  • Psychological Drama
  • Biographical Narrative
  • Marital Disintegration
  • Female Agency & Survival
  • Slow-Burn Tension
  • Contemporary Realism
  • Emotional Trauma
  • Intimate Character Study
  • Dark Romance Elements
  • Societal Critique

Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Vellas
Written by
Raphael Montes, Mariana Torres
Produced by
Gustavo Mello
Music by
Rica Amabis, Gui Amabis

Everyone

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Facts

July 22, 2026 · 1 h 33 min · R

Released
July 22, 2026
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
R
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil
Available in
131 countries
Keywords
based on true story

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Elize: Shadows of a Woman?"

Questions about Elize: Shadows of a Woman

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Elize: Shadows of a Woman?

Netflix

In the United States, Elize: Shadows of a Woman streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Elize: Shadows of a Woman worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6 and Letterboxd 2.9 out of 5).

Is Elize: Shadows of a Woman plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Elize: Shadows of a Woman in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.