Screenplay: Luís Noronha da Costa

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Synopsis Casa sobre Casa (S) (1972) is the debut film by Luís Noronha da Costa, documenting an innovative experiment where the filmed image of a building's facade was projected back onto the same facade. This projection was carried out from the...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Synopsis A Menina Maria (S) (1972) is a pivotal piece in the career of Noronha da Costa, showcasing his unique vision as a filmmaker. This film is notable for its experimental nature, pushing the boundaries of conventional cinema. Simultaneously, it offers...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast André Gomes · Helena Vasconcelos

Synopsis Sem Título II (1973) presents a series of characters engaged in a continuous cycle of interaction and detachment, moving through a sequence of actions such as dancing and remaining stationary, falling asleep and waking up. This dynamic is driven by...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Synopsis Sem Título I (S) (1972) is set in the residence of Luis Noronha da Costa in Campo Pequeno, featuring a persistent image of Diana's bust, which also made an appearance in "A Menina Maria." This image is continuously in focus...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast André Gomes · Antonio Caldeira Pires · António Filipe · Luís Vilaça

Synopsis D. Jaime ou a Noite Portuguesa (1974) is a highly narrative film by Noronha da Costa, drawing inspiration from the gothic film tradition, much like his other works. The movie is influenced by the likes of Terence Fisher and features...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Synopsis As Três Graças (S) (1972) is a film that offers a unique and somewhat contemporary cinematic journey. It serves as a prelude to a deeper experience, introducing viewers to a novel fusion of film and painting. Throughout the documentary, the...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Synopsis Murnau (S) (1972) is a cinematic exploration that delves into the legacy of the renowned filmmaker, described by João Bérnard da Costa as "a film about the ghost of Murnau in the cloth, extending to the extreme the interplay of...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast André Gomes · Luís Vilaça · Rita Azevedo Gomes

Synopsis Padres (1975) commences with a visually captivating scene. Rather than introducing human parents, the film presents two felines, one black and one white. These cats can be considered the initial "parents" of the narrative, engaging in a playful struggle over...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast André Gomes

Synopsis “Coisas” (S) (1973) is a cinematic experience that shares similarities with the work "Untitled II." Both films, the first by Noronha da Costa featuring actors, emphasize free improvisation, which André Gomes excels in. This improvisational approach extends to the cinematography,...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast Agostinho Alves · Mafalda de Mello e Castro · Trigo de Sousa · Rita Azevedo Gomes

Synopsis O Construtor de Anjos (1978) is a haunting gothic horror film set within the eerie confines of a monastery. The narrative revolves around a sinister group of monks who engage in the chilling act of murdering the children entrusted to...

Direction Luís Noronha da Costa

Cast Manuela de Freitas