Sunstroke (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2010, Sunstroke is a drama film directed by Daniela Thomas, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. In an empty city, scorched by the sun, the young and old confuse the fever of sunstroke with the delicate birth of passion. Like ghosts, they hover around buildings and endless flatlands in search of the ever elusive love. Inspired by 19th century Russian short stories, the plots weave and unravel together in the improbable city of Brasilia – a distorted mirror-image of the Soviet utopia – located in the heart of the Brazilian desert.
Who’s in it. Sunstroke stars Leandra Leal as Liuba, Leonardo Medeiros as Leo, Paulo José as Andrei and Maria Luísa Mendonça as Ana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Sunstroke has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sunstroke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sunstroke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sunstroke (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sunstroke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sunstroke worth watching?
- Sunstroke holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sunstroke?
- Sunstroke stars Leandra Leal, Leonardo Medeiros, Paulo José, Maria Luísa Mendonça and Simone Spoladore.
- When was Sunstroke released?
- Sunstroke was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.