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Synopsis
One of Portugal's most popular films of 1998, and the winner of three of that country's Golden Globe awards ("Best Film," "Best Actor" for Joaquim de Almeida, and "Best Director" for Joaquim Leitão), this drama recounts the tragic story of a Catholic priest who finds himself unable to resist the temptation offered by a troubled woman trying to start a new life. Set in Vila Daires, a small northern Portugal town, it begins with Lena's release from jail. A hardcore drug addict, Lena (Cristina Camara) immediately takes up where she left off. Wanting to help Lena, Father Antonio (Almeida) offers to give her swimming lessons. Though all is done innocently and with the best intentions, the two quickly become close friends, something the townsfolk find shocking. Still, the friendship persists, and just when it looks like Father Antonio is having a positive effect on Lena, a tragedy befalls her family, sending Lena into a self-destructive tailspin that causes the compassionate Father Antonio to cross the line between them and leading both characters to tragedy. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide


Production Crew

Clara Vinhais Art Director
Patricia Vasconcelos Casting
Carlos Assis Cinematographer
Xutos & Pontapes Composer (Music Score)
Maria Gonzaga Costume Designer
Joaquim Leitão Director
Pedro Ribeiro Editor
Tino Navarro Producer
Joaquim Leitão Screenwriter
Branko Neskov Sound/Sound Designer
Francisco Veloso Sound/Sound Designer
Year: 1998
Runtime: 115
Country: Portugal
MPAA Rating:
Category: Feature


Produced by
MGN Filmes
Sky Light Cinema
Sociedade Independente de Comunicação