Synopsis
João, an actress from Lisbon, as she stars in a biopic about Liberada, a gender-nonconforming figure persecuted by the Portuguese Inquisition in the 18th century. The film's production becomes a battleground as João clashes with the director over how Liberada’s legacy should be portrayed. These tensions deepen as João's dreams are increasingly haunted by Liberada's ghost, blurring the lines between past and present. When the director succumbs to a mysterious paralysis, leaving the film unfinished, João is left to navigate the unfolding chaos. She faces unanswerable questions, not only about the film's future but also about her own connection to Liberada’s spirit and story.
Two Times João Liberada (2026) is a 1h 10min drama feature film by Paula Tomás Marques. João, an actress from Lisbon, as she stars in a biopic about Liberada, a gender-nonconforming figure persecuted by t...
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Festival History
- Berlin International Film Festival 2025 generic
- Festival du Nouveau Cinéma 2025 - International Competition
- Karlovy Vary International Film Festival 2025 generic
- Melbourne International Film Festival 2025 generic - Feature
- San Sebastián International Film Festival 2025 generic
- São Paulo International Film Festival 2025 generic
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| Wikidata | Q131990857 |
| IMDb | tt35504279 |
| TMDB | 1421136 |
