A Despedida (2014)

"A Despedida" is a Brazilian drama built around raw, intimate storytelling. It's the kind of film that lets its characters' desires steer the narrative. Juliana Paes anchors the picture with a performance that bares both emotional and physical vulnerability. Fans get two scenes worth revisiting on the site, including a nude scene that pulls no punches. Her willingness to go unguarded on screen has long been part of what makes her a fixture of Brazilian cinema. For anyone tracking her filmography, this hub page is a compact but worthwhile stop.