Watch the official trailer to see Luiz and Lina's fake relationship in action:
It utilizes the popular "fake dating" or "fake marriage" trope, similar to films like The Proposal .
Set in São Paulo, Brazil, it offers a glimpse into Brazilian family dynamics and humor.
( Esposa de Aluguel ) is a Brazilian romantic comedy released in 2022, directed by Cris D'Amato. It is available on Netflix . Plot Summary
To fulfill his mother's dying wish to see him settled—and to ensure he isn't written out of her will—Luiz hires (Thati Lopes), a struggling actress, to pretend to be his fiancée. The plan becomes complicated as the "fake" relationship begins to spark real feelings between the two, leading to a series of comedic and heartwarming situations. Cast and Production Director: Cris D'Amato Luiz: Caio Castro Lina: Thati Lopes Dona Carlota: Patricya Travassos
Reviewers describe it as a "heart-warming" and "cute light-hearted movie," ideal for fans of predictable yet charming rom-coms.
The story follows (Caio Castro), a 30-year-old bachelor who follows a strict "three-month rule": he never dates any woman for longer than that to avoid emotional commitment. However, his world is turned upside down when he learns that his mother, Dona Carlota , has only six months to live.
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