What drives the immigrant who lives in search of fortune?
Can an economy of scale change an island's existence?
How many days comprise a month for someone who exchanged freedom for consumerism?
Is it true that money makes dreams come true?
Four documentaries by Portuguese filmmakers weave tales of happiness, disappointment, searching, and expectation. Real and fictional accounts interlace perspectives and dreams. People, lives, and landscapes question the price we are willing to pay for our ambitions.
What drives the immigrant who lives in search of fortune?
Can an economy of scale change an island's existence?
How many days comprise a month for someone who exchanged freedom for consumerism?
Is it true that money makes dreams come true?
January 16, 4 pm As cidades e as trocas – Luísa Homem e Pedro Pinho – Portugal 2014, 138 min.
February 13, 4 pm Desassossego – Catarina Mourão, Portugal 2002, 77 min.
March 19, 4 pm Nós os Chineses – Vidas em busca da fortuna – Carlos Fraga – Portugal 2013, 58 min. Session followed by Q&A with the director
April 9, 4 pm Muitos dias tem o mês – Margarida Leitão – Portugal 2009, 91 min.
Informations
Documentary series (4 sessions), spoken in Portuguese
In collaboration with Zero em Comportamento
For adults and youths (> 14)
Advance booking required
Saturday, January 16, February 13, March 19, and April 9, 4 pm
