News from a Personal War

The film tells the story of a Portuguese doctor who returns to Portugal after serving in the Portuguese Colonial War in Africa. He struggles to reintegrate into society and confront the traumatic experiences he endured during the conflict. His personal life unravels as he grapples with the psychological scars of war, leading to a profound sense of alienation and disillusionment.

News from a Personal War was met with critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of the psychological toll of war and its exploration of post-traumatic stress among returning soldiers. Reviewers praised its atmospheric direction and strong performances, particularly from Vítor Norte. However, some found the narrative bleak and challenging.

• Praised for its stark and unflinching depiction of war's psychological aftermath.

• Vítor Norte's performance as the tormented doctor was widely commended.

• The film offers a somber and reflective look at the lingering effects of conflict.

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Won Best Film at the 1999 Festival Internacional de Cinema de Troia.

The film is based on the novel 'Morrer no Mar' by António Lobo Antunes, a psychiatrist and writer who also served as a doctor in the Angolan War.