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      Porto of My Childhood

      2001 1h 2m Drama List
      Reviews 77% Audience Score 100+ Ratings This autobiographical film tells the story of director Manoel de Oliveira's youth in his beloved Oporto, Portugal. Oliveira reconstructs his childhood experience of the city by employing a collage method, using segments from historic films, period music and old photos to piece together an Oporto that is long gone. The film also plays out events from the director's childhood, including young Manoel (Jorge Trêpa) in his family's bakery, at the opera and marveling at his first love. Read More Read Less

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      Jeffrey M. Anderson Combustible Celluloid It's a sweet and ramshackle treasure, much like Woody Allen's Radio Days. Jan 4, 2011 Full Review Michael E. Grost Classic Film and Television Fascinating, beautiful documentary, recreating a city and era in Portuguese culture. Jan 2, 2011 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Very elegant. Rated: B May 18, 2005 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis This autobiographical film tells the story of director Manoel de Oliveira's youth in his beloved Oporto, Portugal. Oliveira reconstructs his childhood experience of the city by employing a collage method, using segments from historic films, period music and old photos to piece together an Oporto that is long gone. The film also plays out events from the director's childhood, including young Manoel (Jorge Trêpa) in his family's bakery, at the opera and marveling at his first love.
      Director
      Manoel de Oliveira
      Screenwriter
      Manoel de Oliveira
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      Portuguese
      Runtime
      1h 2m
      Sound Mix
      Surround