I dreamed of being an actress

This documentary is a tribute to Purification, an emigrant in France. Through interviews with her husband, Manuel Rodrigues, and contemporary women in her life, the film highlights these emigrants' journeys, revealing their stories of overcoming challenges and the lasting impact on their lives.

  • Lara Rodrigues Amaral
    Director
    Lara Amaral
  • Lara Rodrigues Amaral
    Writer
    Lara Amaral
  • Vítor dos Santos Amaral
    Writer
    Vítor Amaral
  • Lara Rodrigues Amaral
    Producer
    Lara Amaral
  • Manuel Fonseca Rodrigues
    Key Cast
    "Manuel Rodrigues"
    Manuel Rodrigues
  • Bárbara Coelho
    Key Cast
    "Bárbara Coelho"
    Bárbara Coelho
  • Augusta Santos
    Key Cast
    "Augusta Santos"
    Augusta Santos
  • Cândida Fernandes
    Key Cast
    "Cândida Fernandes"
    Cândida Fernandes
  • Purificação do Carmo Galinho Rodrigues
    Key Cast
    "Purificação Galinho"
    Purificação Galinho
  • Lara Rodrigues Amaral
    Key Cast
    "Lara Amaral"
    Lara Amaral
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Sonhei ser atriz
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Student
  • Runtime:
    38 minutes 31 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 3, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    240 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Portugal
  • Country of Filming:
    France, Portugal
  • Language:
    Portuguese
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Escola Supeior de Artes Aplicadas de Castelo Branco (ESART)
Director - Lara Rodrigues Amaral