Zus & zo (2003): Ratings & Plot
Zus & zo is a 2003 fantasy comedy directed by Paula van der Oest. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 46m (106 min)
- Director
- Paula van der Oest
- Studio
- Lifesize Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Zus & zo About?
The premise of Zus & zo without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Three sisters band together to safeguard their beloved family home, Paraíso, when a new relative arrives with unwelcome intentions. This heartwarming comedy blends fantasy and romance as the sisters discover the strength of their bond and learn that love can conquer any challenge they face. It's a story about family, tradition, and the lengths one will go to protect what they cherish most.
Zus & zo Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- title directed by female
- title written by female
- sex scene
- hotel
- portugal
- gay
- gay brother
- f rated
- vomiting
- breasts
- bed
- male rear nudity
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- ritual
- rear nudity
- gay bashing
- transgender
- transgender parent
- ampersand in title
- pregnancy
- barbecue
- drunkenness
- female nudity
- extramarital affair
- word association
- wine
- wine tasting
- watching tv
- virginity
- vibrator
- urination
- tv cooking show
- thirty something
- therapist
- testicles
- photographing oneself
- swimsuit
- surveillance camera
- summer home
- street market
- sperm
- song
- sister sister relationship
- sister in law sister in law relationship
- singing
- singer
- shower
- seduction
- san francisco california
- revenge
- restaurant
The Director of Zus & zo
Directed by Paula van der Oest.
- Director Paula van der Oest
More from Paula van der Oest
More films directed by Paula van der Oest, best-rated first: Black Butterflies, Moonlight, The Bay of Silence and Love in a Bottle.
Zus & zo Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Zus & zo 50 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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TMDB 50% User score
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Zus & zo Plot Summary
What happens in Zus & zo from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As Nino approaches his significant 33rd birthday, he shocks his family by announcing his upcoming wedding, set to take place in just three weeks. This shocking news sends waves of confusion and concern throughout the household, especially among his three sisters: Sonja (who is married to Hugo and juggling her artistic ambitions), Michelle (dedicated to her charity work and her husband Jan), and Wanda (a free-spirited creative involved in a secret affair with Hugo). The sisters are left reeling from Nino’s decision, primarily because he has been living with Felix, making his choice to marry Bo, a woman he barely knows, perplexing.
Full summary
The whole story of Zus & zo, scene by scene
Zus & zo Awards & Nominations
Zus & zo was nominated for 1 Oscar.
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Oscars 2003 1 nomination- Nominated Foreign Language Film
How Well Do You Know Zus & zo?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What significant announcement does Nino make before his birthday?
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Zus & zo FAQ: Awards, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Zus & zo, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Zus & zo?
Zus & zo runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
When was Zus & zo released?
Zus & zo was released on February 7, 2003.
Who directed Zus & zo?
Zus & zo was directed by Paula van der Oest.
More films by Paula van der Oest How is Zus & zo rated?
Zus & zo has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 50 on Metacritic and 50% on TMDB.
Was Zus & zo nominated for any awards?
Zus & zo received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Zus & zo have a post-credit scene?
No. Zus & zo has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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