Love Strange Love

About This Movie

Love Strange Love is this haunting exploration of memory and identity. Directed by Walter Hugo Khouri, it captures a boy's pivotal moments in a bordello, where his mother has her own complicated ties to power. The atmosphere is thick with tension, especially given the political backdrop of 1937 Brazil. The pacing feels almost dreamlike, wrapping you in this sense of nostalgia and confusion. What really stands out are the performances; you can almost feel the weight of those forty-eight hours as the boy grapples with his burgeoning sexuality amid adult complexities. The practical effects—a rawness to that world—add to its distinctiveness, making it a layered film that lingers long after viewing.

Explores childhood and sexuality · Set against Brazil's political backdrop · Strong performances and atmosphere