Two Times João Liberada

Plot

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.

About Two Times João Liberada

Two Times João Liberada (Portuguese: Duas vezes João Liberada) is a film directed by Paula Tomás Marques. The film follows actress João (June João) during the production of a biopic about João Liberada, a historical figure who was persecuted by the Inquisition. The film premiered in February 2025 at the Berlin International Film Festival, followed by its national premiere in Portugal at the beginning of May 2025 at IndieLisboa. In the United States, the film had its festival premiere at New Directors/New Films at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

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