Chrysalis

After a depressive episode, a pet shop attendant can no longer work. Medicated but still struggling, she is forced to return to her normal life.

Cast

Oli Calamari

as Nathália

Julia Gaspar

as Marcela

Lu Astolfo

as Mãe

Pedro Ferreira

as Médico

Werick Rocha

as Maicon

João Santos Damascena

as Miguel

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