The Metamorphosis of Birds
A Metamorfose dos Pássaros
Synopsis
Filmmaker Catarina Vasconcelos sifts through the memories of her ancestors. Her naval officer grandfather, Henrique, who married her grandmother, Beatriz, on her 21st birthday, spent extended periods at sea, leaving her with six children. This is the beginning of a generational saga.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-02-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Brussels International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Catarina Vasconcelos
- Screenplay & Story
- Catarina Vasconcelos
- Original Score
- Madalena Palmeirim
- Original Title
- A Metamorfose dos Pássaros
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Primeira Idade
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Catarina Vasconcelos
Catarina Vasconcelos
Madalena Palmeirim
Paulo Menezes
Catarina Vasconcelos, Francisco Moreira
Joana Gusmão, Catarina Vasconcelos, Pedro Fernandes Duarte
Department Leadership Roster
Catarina Vasconcelos
Editor
Catarina Vasconcelos
Director
Joana Gusmão
Producer
Catarina Vasconcelos
Producer
Pedro Fernandes Duarte
Producer
Paulo Menezes
Director of Photography
Madalena Palmeirim
Original Music Composer
Catarina Vasconcelos
Screenplay
Francisco Moreira
Editor
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Metamorphosis of Birds
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What is The Metamorphosis of Birds about?
Filmmaker Catarina Vasconcelos sifts through the memories of her ancestors. Her naval officer grandfather, Henrique, who married her grandmother, Beatriz, on her 21st birthday, spent extended periods at sea, leaving her with six children. This is the beginning of a generational saga.
Who directed The Metamorphosis of Birds?
The Metamorphosis of Birds was directed by Catarina Vasconcelos.
Who stars in The Metamorphosis of Birds?
The principal cast of The Metamorphosis of Birds includes Manuel Rosa, João Móra, Ana Vasconcelos, Henrique Vasconcelos, Inês Campos.
When was The Metamorphosis of Birds released and how long is it?
The Metamorphosis of Birds was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Metamorphosis of Birds?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Metamorphosis of Birds was composed by Madalena Palmeirim.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Metamorphosis of Birds?
The Metamorphosis of Birds holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).