The read
Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 7m.
Synopsis
On his deathbed, His Majesty Alfredo, King without a crown, is taken back to distant youth memories from the time when he dreamt of becoming a fireman. His encounter with instructor Afonso from the fire brigade, opens a new chapter in the life of the two young men devoted to love and desire, and the will to change the status quo.
Ratings
IMDb6/10
Metacritic72/100
Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do.
29 audience votes
Key crew
- João Pedro RodriguesDirector
- Paulo Lopes GraçaWriter
- João Pedro RodriguesWriter
- João Rui Guerra da MataWriter
Cast
- Mauro CostaAlfredo
- André CabralAfonso
- Joel BrancoAlfredo - 2069
- Oceano CruzAfonso - 2069
- Margarida Vila-NovaTeresa
- Miguel LoureiroEduardo
- Dinis Vila-NovaSebastião
- Luísa Castelo BrancoCarlota
- Teresa MadrugaAma
- Ana BustorffCunhada de Alfredo
- Anabela MoreiraRata de sacristia
- Raquel Rocha VieiraRata de sacristia
Stills
Themes
erotic dancelgbtgay romancegay theme