Vanda tells the true-to-life story of distressed hairdresser turned unlikely criminal, Dulce Caroço.
Vanda, a hardworking salon owner with a neglectful husband, suddenly finds herself alone and broke and unable to provide for her children.
Vanda’s first robbery gives her an opportunity to save her salon but also catches the attention of an eager police specialist.
Vanda’s daughter remains dismissive of her mother. The police specialist plays on Vanda’s pride hoping that she will make a mistake.
Vanda loses custody of her kids and leans into her new life as a bank robber.
Vanda makes a trip to Spain to meet with a lawyer. The police specialist makes progress in the case.
Vanda’s daughter grows further apart from her and Vanda makes a bold display to the wrong person to show that she is still a good mother.
