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Two Times João Liberada (2026)

João, an actress from Lisbon, as she stars in a biopic about Liberada, a gender-nonconforming figure persecuted by the Portuguese Inquisition in the 18th century. The film's production becomes a battleground as João clashes with the director over how Liberada’s legacy should be portrayed. These tensions deepen as João's dreams are increasingly haunted by Liberada's ghost, blurring the lines between past and present. When the director succumbs to a mysterious paralysis, leaving the film unfinished, João is left to navigate the unfolding chaos. She faces unanswerable questions, not only about the film's future but also about her own connection to Liberada’s spirit and story.

Release: 2026-06-18
Runtime: 70 min
Cast
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June João
João / Liberada
André Tecedeiro
André Tecedeiro
Director
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Jenny Larrue
Diana / Sister Engrácia
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Caio Amado Soares
Caio / Franco
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Eloísa d'Ascensão
Peasant Woman
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Tiago Aires Lêdo
Peasant Man
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Alice Azevedo
Alice / Sister Beatriz