La vida siempre es corta

This documentary-style film focuses on the lives of three elderly women living in the Fontainhas neighborhood of Lisbon, Portugal. Through intimate observations, the film captures their daily routines, struggles, and the stark realities of their existence. It offers a poignant and unsentimental look at poverty, aging, and the resilience of the human spirit in a forgotten community.

Pedro Costa's 'La vida siempre es corta' (also known as 'Vital') was critically acclaimed for its profound humanism and observational power. Critics praised its unflinching portrayal of marginalized lives and Costa's patient, empathetic filmmaking style. It is considered a significant work in documentary cinema, offering a deeply moving and unforgettable portrait of its subjects.

• Praised for its deeply empathetic and observational style.

• Hailed as a powerful and unsentimental look at overlooked lives.

• Recognized for its profound humanism and patient filmmaking.

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The film's title in its original Portuguese release was 'Vital', referring to one of the main characters.