Quem vai ficar com Mário?
Quem vai ficar com Mário?

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Quem vai ficar com Mário?

2005
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Portuguese

Romantic comedy tells the story of a successful and good-looking journalist who, tired of his countless love adventures, decides to look for the love of his life. The problem is that Mário Salgado (Thiago Lacerda) dreams of the ideal woman and lives creating defects in those he meets. The show won two specials in consecutive years, 2004 and 2005.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: José Fonseca e CostaGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

The film centers on Mário, a renowned theater director, who faces a life-altering decision when he learns he has only six months to live. He must choose between continuing his passionate work on stage or dedicating his remaining time to his estranged son, Miguel, who desperately seeks reconciliation. This personal crisis forces Mário to confront his past regrets and re-evaluate his priorities.

Critical Reception

The film was moderately received, praised for its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from the veteran cast. While some critics found its pacing occasionally slow, the overall consensus highlighted its poignant exploration of life, death, and family relationships.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praises for its sensitive portrayal of a man confronting mortality.

  • Applauded for the performances of its seasoned actors.

  • Some criticism regarding the film's deliberate, sometimes slow, narrative pace.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this film on Google is not readily available or widely documented.

Fun Fact

The film marked a return to directing for José Fonseca e Costa after a significant hiatus, exploring themes close to his own experiences in the Portuguese cultural landscape.

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