Olga (2004)

Based upon the true story of Olga Benário, the German-born wife of Brazilian communist leader Luís Carlos Prestes. During the dictatorship of Getúlio Vargas (1930-1945) she was arrested and sent to Nazi Germany, where she was put to death in a concentration camp. After World War II began, Vargas decided to uphold the Allies.

Events

November 23rd , 1935, the Brazilian communist uprising begins in Natal
November 27th , 1936, Olga Benário Prestes gives birth to her daughter Anita
April 23rd , 1942, Olga Benário Prestes is executed

Directed by Jayme Monjardim

Starring Camila Morgado, Caco Ciocler, Luís Melo, Eliane Giardini

Olga (2004)

Events

November 23rd , 1935, the Brazilian communist uprising begins in Natal

November 27th , 1936, Olga Benário Prestes gives birth to her daughter Anita

April 23rd , 1942, Olga Benário Prestes is executed