Joana da Paz
Joana da Paz is a courageous Brazilian woman who became the subject of a poignant journalistic report documenting her experiences living near a drug trafficking point in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro. Her story of resilience and bravery in the face of violence was later adapted into the film 'Vitória', where she is portrayed by the acclaimed actress Fernanda Montenegro.
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Recent news mentions
Joana da Paz, who is Nina in the film, dreamed that the actress would be Fernanda Montenegro.
A Vitória de Fernanda, das Fernandas
Brazil· 2025-03-21
Joana da Paz is the retired woman whose true story inspired the film 'Vitória'.
‘Vitória’ estreia no topo das bilheterias brasileiras
Liechtenstein· 2025-03-18
Joana da Paz is portrayed as a courageous woman who filmed the violence around her and sought to share her story.
'Era evidente o risco que ela corria', diz jornalista cuja reportagem inspirou 'Vitória'Brazil· 2025-03-13
Joana da Paz is the central figure whose life story inspired the film 'Vitória'.
‘Recorro ao clichê de que passou o filme da minha vida’, diz jornalista cuja reportagem deu origem a 'Vitória', com Fernanda MontenegroBrazil· 2025-03-13