The Way He Looks
Hoje Eu Quero Voltar Sozinho
“Not every love happens at first sight.”
Synopsis
Leonardo is a blind teenager dealing with an overprotective mother while trying to live a more independent life. To the disappointment of his best friend, Giovana, he plans to go on an exchange program abroad. When Gabriel, a new student in town, arrives at their classroom, new feelings blossom in Leonardo making him question his plans.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-10-02
Top Cast
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Ghilherme Lobo
Leonardo
Fábio Audi
Gabriel
Tess Amorim
Giovana
Lúcia Romano
Laura
Eucir de Souza
Carlos
Selma Egrei
Avó Maria
Isabela Guasco
Karina
Victor Filgueiras
Guilherme
Pedro Carvalho
Fábio
Guga Auricchio
Carlinhos
Bárbara Pereira
Marta
Matheus Abreu
William
Naruna Costa
Professora Ana
Júlio Machado
Professor Rubens
Renata Novaes
Sandra
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 7, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 9, 2015
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Ribeiro
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Ribeiro
- Original Title
- Hoje Eu Quero Voltar Sozinho
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.2M
- Production Studios
- Lacuna Filmes, Paraná Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Ribeiro
Daniel Ribeiro
Pierre de Kerchove
Cristian Chinen
Daniel Ribeiro, Diana Almeida
Department Leadership Roster
Carla Boregas
Costume Design
Daniel Ribeiro
Director
Olivia Helena
Production Design
Daniel Ribeiro
Producer
Pierre de Kerchove
Director of Photography
Flavia Lhacer
Costume Design
Diana Almeida
Producer
Cristian Chinen
Editor
Daniel Ribeiro
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Way He Looks
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What is The Way He Looks about?
Leonardo is a blind teenager dealing with an overprotective mother while trying to live a more independent life. To the disappointment of his best friend, Giovana, he plans to go on an exchange program abroad. When Gabriel, a new student in town, arrives at their classroom, new feelings blossom in Leonardo making him question his plans.
Who directed The Way He Looks?
The Way He Looks was directed by Daniel Ribeiro.
Who stars in The Way He Looks?
The principal cast of The Way He Looks includes Ghilherme Lobo, Fábio Audi, Tess Amorim, Lúcia Romano, Eucir de Souza.
When was The Way He Looks released and how long is it?
The Way He Looks was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
How much did The Way He Looks make at the box office?
The Way He Looks grossed $1.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Way He Looks?
The Way He Looks holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).