Based on the true love story of Pulitzer-Prize-Winning Elizabeth Bishop and Lota de Macedo Soares, Reaching For The Moon is the tale of an unlikely romance between two extraordinary artists, set against the backdrop of political upheaval and a clash of cultures.
Grappling with writer's block, legendary American poet Elizabeth Bishop (Miranda Otto) travels from New York City to Rio de Janeiro in the 1950s to visit her college friend, Mary (Tracy Middendorf). Hoping to find inspiration on Mary's sprawling estate, Elizabeth winds up with much more - a tempestuous relationship with Mary's bohemian partner, architect Lota de Macedo Soares (Glória Pires), that rocks the staid writer to her foundation. Alcoholism, geographical distance and a military coup come between the lovers, but their intimate connection spans decades and forever impacts the life and work of these two extraordinary women.
For your chance to win a double pass to Reaching For The Moon, simply let us know your favourite tumultuous romance to be portrayed in a film, and why. Email
filmink@filmink.com.au with your answer. Please include your full name and postal address.
Reaching For The Moon is in cinemas nationally from July 16.
Competition closes July 23.
Australian Competitions Club
