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Inspired by a short story by Mário de Sá-Carneiro, the film that the producer and director was working on when he died in 2022 will premiere in cinemas on April 23rd, revealed Ukbar Filmes, which is distributing it.
Olivier Assayas' film failed to convince critics, but Jude Law has only received praise.
Brazilian cinema continues its rise in Portugal with the upcoming release of the documentary 'Explode São Paulo, Gil' this Thursday (12). The film follows the story of Gil, a woman who moved to São Paulo at 20 with dreams of becoming a singer, and now works as a cleaner. Director Maria Clara Escobar captures their dialogue, blending reality and performance to reflect on themes of work, fame, and the pursuit of art. The award-winning documentary, which has been featured at festivals like Doclisboa, will have a special screening at Cinema Ideal in Lisbon with the director in attendance.
The film was seen by an average of six people per screening. It is the most expensive documentary ever: it cost €63 million.
He was born in Portugal, has no nationality or valid residence permit and therefore cannot obtain a driving licence. He was caught driving and was detained by dozens of police officers during the premiere of a film about him.
The film has its world premiere tomorrow in several cities around the globe.
'Valor Sentimental' is a family drama that arrives in Portuguese cinemas this week.
The premiere of Heated Rivalry, the return of The Karate Kid and Alex Honnold's live, ropeless climb are among the suggestions to round off the week.
The year gets off to a good start with the Portuguese premiere of Jim Jarmusch's Venice 2025 Golden Lion winner, 'Father Mother Sister Brother', featuring a star-studded cast. Expresso spoke to the filmmaker about families and loneliness.
