Cinematography: José António Loureiro

Direction João César Monteiro

Cast João César Monteiro · Manuela de Freitas · Sabina Sacchi · Ruy Furtado

Synopsis Recollections of the Yellow House (1989) follows the life of João de Deus, a charismatic and somewhat disheveled man who resides in a boarding house with distinctive yellow walls. João, in his fifties, has a penchant for charming the young...

Direction António-Pedro Vasconcelos

Cast Maria do Céu Guerra · João Jesus · Fernanda Serrano · Ricardo Carriço

Synopsis Cats Don't Have Vertigo (2014) follows the journey of a troubled 18-year-old who finds himself entangled in a life of crime. His path leads him to the rooftops of Lisbon, where he encounters an elderly woman who has recently lost...

Direction Cristina Boavida · Ricardo Espírito Santo

Cast Ana Padrão · Diogo Morgado · Maria João Abreu · Marcantonio Del Carlo

Synopsis Amo-te, Teresa (TV) (2000) follows the story of Teresa, a 35-year-old doctor who, after a series of disappointing romantic experiences, decides to leave Lisbon and return to her hometown. Upon her arrival, she faces a chilly reception from her fellow...

Direction José Sacramento

Cast José Pedro Gomes · António Feio · Maria Rueff · José Raposo

Synopsis Filme da Treta (2006) follows the escapades of Toni and Zézé, a pair of lifelong buddies hailing from a humble, working-class area. These two are known for their laid-back and somewhat disreputable lifestyles, making their way through life with a...

Direction João Ribeiro

Cast Carlo D'Ursi · Eliote Alex · Alberto Magassela · Adriana Alves

Direction António-Pedro Vasconcelos

Cast Soraia Chaves · Marco D'Almeida · Pedro Laginha · Nuno Markl

Synopsis Beauty and the Paparazzo (2010) follows the story of Mariana, a soap-opera actress on the brink of a mental collapse. Her career is spiraling downwards as her popularity wanes and she is relentlessly pursued by the media. Mariana is unaware...

Direction João César Monteiro

Cast João César Monteiro · Alexandra Lencastre

Synopsis Conserva Acabada (S) (1990) follows the journey of João Raposao, a dedicated filmmaker striving to bring his latest cinematic vision to life. The narrative unfolds amidst a backdrop of female interactions, frequent phone calls with the production company, and profound...

Direction António-Pedro Vasconcelos

Cast Soraia Chaves · Ivo Canelas · Nicolau Breyner · Joaquim de Almeida

Synopsis Call Girl (2007) is a Portuguese drama that intertwines themes of love, desire, politics, and corruption. A wealthy businessman aims to construct a luxurious resort hotel in the town of Villanova but encounters obstacles due to local zoning laws. Unable...

Direction Leonel Vieira

Cast Ivo Canelas · Enrique Arce · Flora Martínez · Nicolau Breyner

Direction Leonel Vieira

Cast Diogo Morgado · Karra Elejalde · Maitê Proença · Chico Díaz

Synopsis The Forest (2002) follows the journey of a young man from a distinguished Portuguese noble family who embarks on a new chapter in his life by taking up a position at a rubber plantation in the Amazon rainforest during the...

Direction Leonel Vieira

Cast Miguel Guilherme · Sara Matos · César Mourão · Dânia Neto

Direction Tino Navarro · David Rebordão

Cast Rutger Hauer · Cian Barry · Alix Wilton Regan · Nik Xhelilaj

Synopsis Real Playing Game (2013) is set in a near-future where Steve Battier, an aging and terminally ill multi-millionaire, takes up an unusual offer from a company known as RPG. In exchange for a substantial sum, RPG grants a privileged group...

Direction Nicolau Breyner

Cast Pedro Lima · Cláudia Vieira · Vítor Norte · Sofia Aparício

Synopsis El Contrato (2009) follows the story of Peter McShade, a professional assassin tasked with eliminating the most powerful crime lord in the Iberian Peninsula. However, as he delves deeper into the assignment, he uncovers a web of deception and hidden...

Direction Manuel Mozos

Cast Rita Martins · Margarida Marinho · Filipe Duarte · Joao Lagarto

Direction Leonel Vieira

Cast Júlio César · José Eduardo · Alexandra Lencastre · Fernanda Serrano

Synopsis Julgamento (2007) is set in 1970, where a man is brutally tortured and killed by the regime's secret police. Decades later, his friend, who also endured torture, identifies the individual he believes is responsible for his friend's murder. Joined by...

Direction Diane Kurys

Cast Lambert Wilson · Michèle Laroque · Jean-Hugues Anglade · Pierre Palmade

Synopsis L'anniversaire (2005) follows the story of Raphaël, a TV reality producer who, after delving into his brother Alberto's autobiographical work, finds himself embroiled in a web of accusations. Alberto's book paints Raphaël as a cynical traitor, prompting Raphaël to orchestrate...

Direction Jorge Paixão da Costa

Cast Tomás Alves · Tiago Aldeia · Gonçalo Botelho · Anabela Moreira

Direction Gonçalo Galvão Teles · Jorge Paixão da Costa

Cast João Arrais · Miguel Borges · Raimundo Cosme · Isac Graça

Synopsis Hero on the Front (2018) follows the harrowing journey of a Portuguese soldier who finds himself separated from his unit amidst the chaos of the Battle of La Lys. Alone and outnumbered, he must navigate through a relentless series of...

Direction Fernando Vendrell

Cast Maria João Bastos · Soraia Chaves · Victória Guerra · Fernando Luís

Synopsis Três Mulheres (TV Series) (2018) delves into the compelling narratives of Natália Correia, Snu Abecassis, and Vera Lagoa, three pivotal figures who significantly influenced the cultural upheaval that ultimately led to the downfall of Portugal's long-standing dictatorship. The series explores...

Direction João Ribeiro

Cast Adelino Branquinho · Ana Magaia · Anabela Adrianopolos · Bruno Palla