Marina Colasanti
Biography
Marina Colasanti (Asmara, September 26, 1937 – Rio de Janeiro, January 28, 2025) was an Italian-Brazilian writer, short story writer, journalist, translator and visual artist born in the then Italian colony of Eritrea. She published more than seventy works for children and adults.
Known For & Full Filmography3 Titles
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
Documentary investigates female authorship in literature and whether writing can be defined by gender.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Self
The most successful case of collective fight for women's rights in Brazil.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A poetic immersion into the life and work of Marina Colasanti, seen through her daughter's eyes. Intimate archives and the author's own words weave a delicate portrait of memory, art, and heartfelt legacy.