The Heiresses

Chela and Chiquita live in Asunción, Paraguay. They are well-off, but after thirty good years together, they are strapped for cash and must sell off many of their belongings.

When Chiquita is put in jail, accused of fraud, the reserved and shy Chela faces her new everyday life by starting a taxi service for wealthy, elderly women. This brings her in touch with Angy, a much younger woman. The Heiresses is a quiet and beautiful film about strong women. Its depiction of lesbian love, in a country where gay relationships are still taboo, is a brave and essential move. The film garnered multiple awards at this year’s [2018] Berlinale, including a Silver Bear for Best Actress for Ana Brun. A must see!

This text is from the Films from the South Festival, where the film had its Scandinavian Premiere.