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201466 min0documentary

5.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Lisbon Revisited

201466 min0documentary

5.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Three languages-Portuguese, English, and French-narrate a 66-minute exploration of Fernando Pessoa's identity and legacy in Lisbon.

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Three languages-Portuguese, English, and French-narrate a 66-minute exploration of Fernando Pessoa's identity and legacy in Lisbon.

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Edgar Pêra

Edgar Pêradirector

Fernando Pessoa

Fernando Pessoawriter

Nuno Melo

Keith Daviscast

Marina Albuquerque

Marina Albuquerquecast

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Fernando Pessoa's life unfolds against the vibrant streets of Lisbon in "Lisbon Revisited." The film, directed by Edgar Pêra, presents a kino-symphony that intertwines the poet's legacy with the city's cultural richness. Narration in Portuguese, English, and French reflects Pessoa's linguistic diversity. Through this artistic lens, the documentary addresses his complex identity and sexuality, revealing the lasting impact of one of Portugal's most significant literary figures. The runtime is 66 minutes, and it was released in 2014.

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