Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Taís Araujo to Star in 'My Father’s Wives' Film Adaptation
Taís Araujo is starring in a new movie called 'My Father’s Wives,' based on a book by José Eduardo Agualusa.
The story is about a woman who goes on a journey to find her father and learns about her identity and heritage.
The movie is being made by Elo Studios and Bro Cinema, and it will show the beauty of African culture and the connections between Portuguese-speaking countries.
Taís Araujo is excited to play this role because it reflects her career goals.
The movie will be directed by Mário Patrocínio and will be shown in Brazil by Elo Studios.
Taís Araujo to star in the film adaptation of 'My Father’s Wives' by José Eduardo Agualusa.
The story follows Laurentina, a Mozambican woman, on a journey of identity and belonging.
Directed by Mário Patrocínio, the film celebrates African ancestry and Portuguese-speaking cultures.
Elo Studios and Bro Cinema are co-producing the film, with distribution in Brazil by Elo Studios.
José Eduardo Agualusa, the author, trusts Mário Patrocínio to bring the novel's essence to the screen.
- Who
- Taís Araujo, Mário Patrocínio, José Eduardo Agualusa, Elo Studios, Bro Cinema
- What
- Film adaptation of 'My Father’s Wives'
- When
- Production details announced
- Where
- Brazil, Angola, Portugal
- Why
- To celebrate cultural heritage and expand international footprint
Celebration of Cultural Heritage
Commercial and Strategic Expansion
Cultural Representation
Celebration of Cultural Heritage
The film celebrates African ancestry and the Portuguese-speaking world's cultural connections.
Commercial and Strategic Expansion
The co-production is a strategic move to expand Elo Studios' international presence.
- Lead Actress
- Taís Araujo
- Director
- Mário Patrocínio
- Author
- José Eduardo Agualusa
- Production Companies
- Elo Studios, Bro Cinema
- Original Novel
- My Father’s Wives
- Portuguese Title
- As Mulheres do Meu Pai
- Distribution in Brazil
- Elo Studios