The central protagonist, a homosexual Portuguese poet who returns temporarily from Belgian exile to his hometown of Sines following the 1974 Carnation Revolution. The film chronicles his introspective journey, exploring memory, identity, and artistic creation.
Alcide represents a historical and maternal connection to Al Berto's past in Sines.
João Maria serves as Al Berto's devoted romantic partner and emotional anchor throughout the narrative.
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