Surprise
Surpresa
Synopsis
Surpresa (Surprise) is a short documentary animation made using a recorded conversation (that is, not acted, not rehearsed, not scripted…) between a mother, Joana, and her three-year-old daughter, Alice, who is recovering from kidney cancer. They both talk – openly and frankly – about the illness, their present circumstances, struggles and successes.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paulo Patrício
- Screenplay & Story
- Paulo Patrício
- Original Score
- Yasuaki Shimizu & Saxophonettes
- Original Title
- Surpresa
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Animais Avpl
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paulo Patrício
Paulo Patrício
Yasuaki Shimizu & Saxophonettes
Joana Amorim, Nuno Amorim
Nuno Amorim, Vanessa Ventura
Department Leadership Roster
Nuno Amorim
Producer
Paulo Patrício
Writer
Paulo Patrício
Director
Vanessa Ventura
Producer
Joana Amorim
Editor
Nuno Amorim
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Surprise.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Surprise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Surprise about?
Surpresa (Surprise) is a short documentary animation made using a recorded conversation (that is, not acted, not rehearsed, not scripted…) between a mother, Joana, and her three-year-old daughter, Alice, who is recovering from kidney cancer. They both talk – openly and frankly – about the illness, their present circumstances, struggles and successes.
Who directed Surprise?
Surprise was directed by Paulo Patrício.
Who stars in Surprise?
The principal cast of Surprise includes Not specified.
When was Surprise released and how long is it?
Surprise was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Surprise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Surprise was composed by Yasuaki Shimizu & Saxophonettes.