The eccentric, ill middle-aged protagonist living in a Lisbon boarding house. He relies on Schubert's music and films to cope with misery, obsesses over the landlady's daughter with disturbing habits like drinking bathwater and collecting hair, and ultimately faces expulsion, institutionalization, and a sewer escape after harassing the landlord's daughters.
João connects with Mimi through her voice
João has a fantasy connection with Mimi
João has disturbing obsession with the maid
João shares living space with this neighbor
Doctor treats João's illness
Police Chief has authority over João
João has some connection with Lívio
João rents a room from Dona Violeta
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