Al Berto
Synopsis
Portugal, 1975. A time of rough changes. A young gay artist trapped in a small seaside town ran by communist winds. Al Berto, the writer, embodies an entire moving generation. He and his friends exude youth, eccentricity and hope for the future - but right after the fall of Portugal's dictatorship system, the country is not yet ready for his love story.
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Ricardo Teixeira
Al Berto
José Pimentão
João Maria
Ana Vilela da Costa
Clara
João Villas-Boas
Maria Belga
Rita Loureiro
Alcide
Mia Tomé
Cândida
Gabriela Barros
Leonor
Raquel Rocha Vieira
Sara
Joana Almeida
Manuela
Manuela Couto
Mulher do Sarau
Duarte Grilo
Zé
Carlos Oliveira
Vicente, João Maria's Father
Rute Miranda
Sybila
Elsa Valentim
Almerinda
Paulo Duarte Ribeiro
Palhaço Rico
Tobias Monteiro
Mestre de Cerimónias
Henrique Bispo
Oficial da Marinha 3
Márcia Cardoso
Cantora Piano
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$24K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vicente Alves do Ó
- Screenplay & Story
- Vicente Alves do Ó
- Original Score
- Pedro Janela
- Original Title
- Al Berto
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Worldwide Gross
- $24K
- Production Studios
- Ukbar Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vicente Alves do Ó
Vicente Alves do Ó
Pedro Janela
Rui Poças
Hugo Santiago
Pandora da Cunha Telles, Pablo Iraola
Department Leadership Roster
Vicente Alves do Ó
Director
Vicente Alves do Ó
Writer
Pandora da Cunha Telles
Producer
Pablo Iraola
Producer
Rui Poças
Director of Photography
Hugo Santiago
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Al Berto
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Al Berto about?
Portugal, 1975. A time of rough changes. A young gay artist trapped in a small seaside town ran by communist winds. Al Berto, the writer, embodies an entire moving generation. He and his friends exude youth, eccentricity and hope for the future - but right after the fall of Portugal's dictatorship system, the country is not yet ready for his love story.
Who directed Al Berto?
Al Berto was directed by Vicente Alves do Ó.
Who stars in Al Berto?
The principal cast of Al Berto includes Ricardo Teixeira, José Pimentão, Ana Vilela da Costa, João Villas-Boas, Rita Loureiro.
When was Al Berto released and how long is it?
Al Berto was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
How much did Al Berto make at the box office?
Al Berto grossed $24K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Al Berto?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Al Berto was composed by Pedro Janela.