Olga (2004)

Kernel Score: 79% · 201 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Drama, History, War

Released: 2004-08-20

Runtime: 141 minutes

Overview

Based upon the true story of Olga Benário, the German-born wife of Brazilian communist leader Luís Carlos Prestes. During the dictatorship of Getúlio Vargas (1930-1945) she was arrested and sent to Nazi Germany, where she was put to death in a concentration camp. After World War II began, Vargas decided to uphold the Allies.

Olga parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that this historical war drama is based on the true story of a communist activist imprisoned and killed in a Nazi concentration camp.

Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts imprisonment, forced labor, and death in a Nazi concentration camp based on true events.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Jayme Monjardim

Cast

Camila Morgado as Olga Benário
Caco Ciocler as Luís Carlos Prestes
Edgar Amorim as Agildo Barata
Leona Cavalli as Maria
Eliane Giardini as Eugénie Benário
Zécarlos Machado as Ministro da guerra
Osmar Prado as Getúlio Vargas
Werner Schünemann as Arthur Ewert
Odilon Wagner as Capitão Navio
Murilo Rosa as Estevan

Olga FAQ

Is Olga good?

Olga has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 201 audience ratings.

Is Olga OK for kids?

Olga is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this historical war drama is based on the true story of a communist activist imprisoned and killed in a Nazi concentration camp.

What movies are like Olga?

If you liked Olga, try Schindler's List, Lee, Escape from Sobibor and The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas.