Desespero
Synopsis
A portrait of the impact that austerity measures are having on Portuguese families, especially middle-class families, who were accustomed to a comfortable lifestyle, and suddenly everything changed dramatically. This short film reveals the end of the day and night, when all the frustration accumulated by a husband and father is released, causing moments of pure despair that will definitely mark his family. A dark and claustrophobic view inside a hopeless apartment, an apartment that could be yours.
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Production Budget
$274
Filming & production cost
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rui Pilão
- Screenplay & Story
- Rui Pilão
- Original Score
- Nuno Osório
- Original Title
- Desespero
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Budget
- $274
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rui Pilão
Rui Pilão
Nuno Osório
António Morais
António Morais, Rui Pilão
Department Leadership Roster
Rui Pilão
Director
Rui Pilão
Writer
António Morais
Producer
Rui Pilão
Producer
António Morais
Director of Photography
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Desespero.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Desespero
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What is Desespero about?
A portrait of the impact that austerity measures are having on Portuguese families, especially middle-class families, who were accustomed to a comfortable lifestyle, and suddenly everything changed dramatically. This short film reveals the end of the day and night, when all the frustration accumulated by a husband and father is released, causing moments of pure despair that will definitely mark his family. A dark and claustrophobic view inside a hopeless apartment, an apartment that could be yours.
Who directed Desespero?
Desespero was directed by Rui Pilão.
Who stars in Desespero?
The principal cast of Desespero includes Miguel Rubim, Vanessa Ribeiro Rodrigues, Avelina Silva, Sofia Trocado.
When was Desespero released and how long is it?
Desespero was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Desespero?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Desespero was composed by Nuno Osório.