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Quando o Sol Toca na Lua

2003
Movie
20 min
Portuguese

Two lonely people, Mário and Joana, both deceased in childhood, lost the ability to sleep. When fate brings them together, Mário manages to sleep again and leave their loneliness behind. Definitely?

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Wojciech MarczewskiGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Set in Poland in the aftermath of World War II, the film follows a young woman named El żbieta who is trying to rebuild her life and identity amidst the ruins and uncertainty of the time. She encounters various individuals who shape her journey, forcing her to confront her past and make difficult choices about her future. The narrative explores themes of memory, trauma, and the search for belonging in a fractured society.

Critical Reception

Quando o Sol Toca na Lua received critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling, strong performances, and evocative portrayal of post-war Poland. Reviewers praised its sensitive handling of complex emotional themes and its atmospheric direction, though some noted its somber tone. It is considered a significant work in contemporary Polish cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotionally resonant narrative and powerful performances.

  • Commended for its atmospheric depiction of post-war Poland.

  • Noted for its sensitive exploration of trauma and identity.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Quando o Sol Toca na Lua' (When the Sun Touches the Moon), is a metaphorical reference to the rare and fleeting moments of hope and peace experienced by the characters in a turbulent post-war landscape.

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