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201270 minPGdocumentary

Home

201270 minPGdocumentary

For two years, António, Zé Maria, and João repeatedly restart the process of building their house, adapting to changes in their living space.

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For two years, António, Zé Maria, and João repeatedly restart the process of building their house, adapting to changes in their living space.

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Júlio Alves

Júlio Alvesdirector

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António, Zé Maria, and João build their home over two years. They repeatedly restart the construction process, adjusting their work as needed. Changes in the bedrooms lead to shifts in how they organize their living space. The rooms evolve, and so do the people who inhabit them. As time passes, the house transforms into a living entity, reflecting the lives of its builders.

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