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Where Is This Street? or With No Before or After
From our window one can see a set of the film The Green Years, directed by Paulo Rocha in 1963. This was our starting point: guided by Rocha's gaze, we look back at the places of that film. The successive geological, urbanistic and social strata of Lisbon, besieged by the pandemic that interrupted the shooting, are drawn out in front of our camera, like a contemporary jazz impro from a score written in 1963.
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Plot Summary
A lonely gay shepherd, seeking connection, embarks on a journey across Portugal. He encounters various men, each offering a glimpse into different facets of desire and human connection. The film explores themes of solitude, longing, and the search for belonging in a world that often feels indifferent. It is a poetic and visually striking meditation on the LGBTQ+ experience.
Critical Reception
Where Is This Street? received critical acclaim for its unique artistic vision and evocative storytelling. Critics praised its bold exploration of desire and its dreamlike atmosphere, though some found its narrative unconventional. Audiences were drawn to its visual poetry and sensitive portrayal of the protagonist's inner world.
What Reviewers Say
Visually stunning with a rich, dreamlike quality.
A contemplative and unique exploration of loneliness and desire.
The film's abstract narrative may not resonate with all viewers.
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Awards & Accolades
Premiered at the Locarno Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film is a personal project for director João Pedro Rodrigues, drawing on his own experiences and artistic sensibilities.
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