Mermaid on board (2021)

9.0/10 36 min History Documentary

Overview

In 1927, with a broken heart as luggage, the young poet Norah Lange voyages on a Norwegian freighter from Buenos Aires to Oslo as the only female passenger. The film reimagines in a poetic way the trip and the power struggles Norah is forced to negotiate with the crew, as the crossing of the ocean leaves an indelible mark on Norah’s life and career.

Cast

Sabrina Macchi

Germán Baudino

Carlos Kaspar

Federico Liss

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