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Olga

A German-born woman's ties to communism lead to her arrest in Brazil, followed by deportation to Nazi Germany, where her life takes a tragic turn.

Olga Benário, a German-born woman, was arrested and sent to Nazi Germany after being married to Brazilian communist leader Luís Carlos Prestes during Getúlio Vargas' dictatorship. She was eventually killed in a concentration camp. However, after World War II started, Vargas changed his stance and supported the Allies.

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Info about Olga

Studio(s): Globo Filmes, Lumiere

Originally Released: United States, Aug 20, 2004

Production Country: Brazil

Genres:Biography, Drama, History, Romance, War