Reaching for the Moon
2013, Portuguese. Directed by Bruno Barreto.
Two iconic women. One passion.
In 1951, New York poet Elizabeth Bishop travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit Mary, a college friend. The shy Elizabeth is overwhelmed by Brazilian sensuality. She is the antithesis to Mary’s dashing partner, architect Lota de Macedo Soares. Mary is jealous, but unconventional Lota is determined to have both women at all costs. This eternal triangle plays out against the backdrop of the military coup of 1964. Bishop’s moving poems are at the core of a film which lushly illustrates a crucial phase in the life of this influential Pulitzer prize-winning poet.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Reaching for the Moon
Reaching for the Moon is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 9 February 2013
- Original title
- Flores Raras
- Country
- Brazil
- Written by
- Matthew Chapman, Bruno Barreto
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Reaching for the Moon: quick answers
Is Reaching for the Moon worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Reaching for the Moon?
Reaching for the Moon runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Reaching for the Moon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Reaching for the Moon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Reaching for the Moon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Reaching for the Moon is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Reaching for the Moon on?
Reaching for the Moon is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Reaching for the Moon?
If you liked Reaching for the Moon, try Magnificent Obsession, Autumn in New York, Hamnet.
Who directed Reaching for the Moon?
Reaching for the Moon (2013) was directed by Bruno Barreto and stars Miranda Otto, Glória Pires, Tracy Middendorf.